Is some college better than none when looking for a job?

I have completed three years of school at UCONN, and I took the last year off to save money to go back, I couldnt get any more loans without a cosigner. Well, Here I am a year and a half later, working as a waitress feeling like I'm at a dead end. I at least want to get a reputable job for the time being, even though I still can't afford to finish school quite yet. Is some college better than none on a resume, or does it make no difference at all to your prospective employer? Also, if you know of a place online with outlines for a resume, it would be helpful. I had one on my old PC, which has no bit the dust and I have to start over. Thanks
Is some college better than none when looking for a job?
Yes, in your case you need to clarrify on the resume that you did not complete college due to funding and expect to continue your education. This hold much more credit then say getting expelled or dropping out due to not knowing what you want to do. (or flunking out)





Just be clear on your goals for a job and your goals for future education. Employers understand that life (and money) get in the way of goals at times. So long as your goals are clear - they will expect to to work toward them.





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Under resume education - list degree working on 3 years


Imcomplete due to funding. Intent to complete within XX timeframe. 4 years 5 years - whatever is fairly real and can be expalined in an interview very briefly. example:I hope to be able to take night classes at UNiv X and complete my degree within 4 years.
Reply:YES! Wear those three years proudly, and don't lose heart! Although it may take you longer to get back there, you will. Let people know your goals, as that ambition is a good one. (The only caution, however, is that when someone hires you, they won't want to lose you soon, so you may need to be vague about your timetable.)





If you can get work in your field, you will feel better, and employers will value those three years more as well.
Reply:Some college is better than no college to employers in my experience.





It shows a level of commitment, and a desire to want to improve yourself.





Be ready to justify to potential employers why you haven't finished yet, because they will ask.





Remember just because you've been to college, doesn't make you a better employee or person than someone who hasn't, it just means you paid to get more education. Remember that for your future co-workers, just a little personal experiance.
Reply:If you can find a job in the field of your study, you can perhaps use that expeirence from school to put towards your job. I think some college is better than no college. Dont worry, you are not at a dead end, you just need to get your resume together and hit the bricks.