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Brooke’s advice to students interested in the Metropolitan College program, “Stick with it! It’s hard at first, but the rewards you get are more than worth it."

"The MC program has been an impetus behind my strengthened time management skills and allowed me to instill balance within my day-to-day routine."

"As I got closer to high school graduation, I started to seriously wonder how I was going to pay for college and other bills at the same time. I remembered what UPS had to offer through the Metro College program. In my eyes, it was a win-win, no brainer.”

“I ran out of financial aid due to having earned one prior degree and a decent amount of loans out already. Metro College was the only way I could achieve my goal of being an attorney."

Gabriella’s advice for students interested in getting started with Metropolitan College, “Do it! It’s worth it. The benefits are amazing!”

Stephanie’s advice to students interested in the Metropolitan College program, “Go for it! To have college paid for is a huge thing."

“The Metropolitan College program one of the most challenging things I've ever done, but it was the best thing I could have ever done for myself professionally."

"I would go to the end of time to promote UPS and the Metropolitan College program to any UofL or JCTC student."

"I bought my own house at the age of 25 and I wouldn't have been able to achieve that goal if it wasn't for [Metro College]."

"The Metro College program has done nothing short of molding me into the person I am today."

"Working night shift is certainly a sacrifice, but it is one of the best decisions I've ever made."

At 20-years-old, Metropolitan College participant Neill Smith is proud that he is on track to graduate debt-free from UofL in the spring semester next year.