That brings us to today. I’m in my early 30s, live in Turkey, I have 2 kids, I work in a “normal” job I like which allows me to work from anywhere in the world… and I’m spending precious evenings and weekends “finishing up” an online 4-year degree in business administration through a state university in my home state. Why?

because I know there are doors that I can never knock on if I don’t have that piece of paper, most specifically overseas. Without getting into details, it’s almost impossible for me to get a permit to work legally here in Turkey if I don’t have a 4-year degree. If I did have that degree, I’m pretty sure I’d still be working the same job I have now, I’d just have a lot of other options IF I had that 4-year degree.

I can totally understand why you’d see film school as way too expensive and toxic to your faith. I’d suggest looking into online courses through state schools (cheap)in business degrees (practical in every field.) The things I’m learning (advertising, operations management, accounting, sales, finance, etc) are literally relevant to any job; but especially to small businesses like film production companies. Online courses are surprisingly easy and since you’re a homeschooler, they’d be even easier for you. basically, I’ve come to see the four year degree as something like “computer skills” or “knowing Spanish”. Neither will get you a job, but having them expands what jobs one can be considered for. especially overseas. Those are just my thoughts.