Have you ever thought that you would never date a guy without a college degree? Some of the most successful businessmen never went to college, and they've still done very well for themselves. Some think that getting practical experience will serve you better than spending years building up debts at college. Here are some great reasons to date a guy without a college degree …
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1. Qualifications Don't Equal Intelligence
One reason why it's fine to date a guy without a college degree is that qualifications don't mean the same thing as intelligence. People who haven't had the chance to go to college (or chose not to) are every bit as smart as those who did. Some may even be smarter. Studying at college gives you qualifications, but much can be learned through self-education.
2. Practical
Guys who aren't particularly studious often have other talents. They may be brilliant at practical things rather than being academic. Some would argue that guys like these are far more useful than guys who have degrees but are useless at fixing things. When you date a practical guy, your car will always run smoothly and he'll know how to fix everything in your house.
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely! College education isn't the only marker of intelligence or success. People without degrees can be just as amazing, wise, and driven as those with degrees.
Definitely. A degree doesn't determine someone's ability to be loving, supportive, and a great partner. It's all about the person's character and how they treat you.
While a degree can open certain doors, many people succeed in their careers without one. Skills, experience, and determination count for a lot!
No way! What matters is how you feel about each other, not what others think. Love isn't about degrees; it's about the connection and understanding between two people.
Yes, it can! What counts is mutual respect and common values. Education levels don't have to define your relationship if you communicate well and support each other.
3. Prospects
I'm all for education, but the recent years have shown that having a degree doesn't guarantee you a job. There are plenty of graduates working jobs that don't require a degree. A guy who has spent the college years working his way up may actually have better prospects. By the time he is 22 he has several years of experience in his job, instead of looking for his first job.
4. Shouldn't Judge
It's important not to judge people; just because they don't have a college degree doesn't mean that they're not clever, and it certainly doesn't mean that they're not nice. A guy is worth dating because he shares your values and interests, not because he reached a certain academic level. You could miss out on some really great guys if you dismiss anyone who never attended college.
5. Essential
Guys who didn't go to college are often extremely hardworking people, and they perform some pretty essential jobs. Think of how many jobs don't need a degree. We would be helpless if it weren't for plumbers, mechanics, builders, shop assistants, farmers …
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... electricians, and so many other professionals who keep our daily lives running smoothly. Remember, the value of a person is not measured by the diplomas on their walls but by their character and how they treat you. These guys often have practical skills that have been honed through experience, which can be incredibly attractive. They're the backbone of society, and without them, things would grind to a halt. So, when thinking about your next date, consider the man who might just be able to fix your leaky faucet as well as your heart.
6. Ambitions
You don't have to go to college when you're 18 - lots of people retrain later in life. It's never too late to get the qualifications you want. So a guy without a degree can always return to college and study, if he wants to. Sometimes you don't have the interest in studying when you're young.
7. Nice Guy
Finally, the most important thing about a guy is that he treats you well. Ultimately, those are the only qualifications he really needs, so see his academic qualifications as secondary. A guy with a clutch of degrees may not be as nice as another who missed out on college, so judge him on more important factors.
Even if you think you're not particularly snobby, you may unconsciously have chosen to date guys who went to college. If you meet one who didn't, don't dismiss him. He could be a smart, dedicated, hardworking guy. He may even be a tycoon in the making? What would make you turn a guy down?
Comments
Zaki: @Kim, you're a smart chick :)
Maggie: My bf is 20 making $38 an hour with a union job and that's w no college and because of the no college there are NO student loans. So there u go. To the judgmental narrow minded girl up top, College doesn't always matter and doesn't define how successful you are or what kind of person you are
E: This is a sweet article and I enjoyed reading every bit of it. There is no reason whatsoever to deny dating a guy because he does not posses a degree. I know many men with degrees who are unemployed and in debt. Even if they manage to find a decent job in their field of choice, they're either paying loans, or are underpaid. Even more, having a degree does not equate to success,wealth,or intelligence. I know a guy who obtained a degree in biochemistry who had no motivation, intelligence or common sense whatsoever.He was a very condescending person and judged others for their lack of education. Interestingly enough, he would always get fired from his jobs. He is now unemployed, and cannot find work. He lives with his parents at the ripe age of 34, yet still loves to brag about having a degree. The moral of the story is this. College is a choice people make, to pursue a certain amount of knowledge in a field that interests them. Then with that knowledge they obtain a certificate (degree) and begin working. It does not mean they will be successful, it does not mean they are smart or better tha everyone else ... it only means they went to college to work in a field that interests them. most importantly a degree does not make them a good person. What matters the most is who the guy is and how he treats you. Nobody deserves to be judged for that, we all come from different backgrounds. ive known plenty of rotten spoiled brats who went to college and have an aura of entitlement. while i know people who worked hard to earn a living to become successful and mature adults.
Jasmine: I don't really agree with this article either. While I'm very sure that there are guys that don't need a college degree to be successful, there are even more that don't. Having a college degree isn't just about intelligence (I know guys that aren't intelligent in school now), it's about experiences and having something in common.
Chelsea: Thanks! Before this article I would have never considered dating someone without a college degree! *note my sarcasm* what does it matter? I know people who didn't finish high school who are more successful and happier than people who went to college and are now in major debt. Not saying college is bad but a degree just shouldn't be something that makes or breaks how you feel about a man.
LARHAGE: I know guys with college degrees that I'm surprised can cross the street without getting hit, they're book smart and social misfits , I've dated both , my current guy is self employed and makes 65.00 an hour, it's physical work but he has my complete respect and admiration , the best thing is he can fix anything and that's a major turn on! My last college grad man , well thank God he had a degree, he needed the money to pay for every repair, hell, I knew my way around the toolbox better than him, I don't know, there's something sexy about a rugged, self reliant man with bulging arm muscles and jeans :0
Kim: I don't think they need to have a degree. I would want them to have, or be working on some type of certification. Not everyone is smart in the academic way, so you just have different intelligence. However, I wouldn't date a smoker, or someone who likes drinking alcohol most days.
Marwa: I agree with this article. I know men who have college degrees who are conceited self-absorbed spoiled brats. And i also know men who were unable to attend college because either of the financial burden or they had no support so they had to work from a young age but who are considerate and kind and take responsibility very seriously. There's the good and the bad... Lets's not be so harsh with our judgement and start labeling ppl based on the exterior and not giving a chance to know that person.
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