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They should keep in mind that education is prioritized in other countries like China and India. A lot of their competition will have Masters degrees and internship experience. It's not a wise decision to skip highschool, and most employers won't consider anyone without an associates at the very least.
First of all college is fun so if they can afford it that’s reason enough to go. But if not, Why not do both, go straight to work and finish classes on the side? Even if they don’t need it for their first job, they will need the degree eventually.
Out of curiosity, are there any concerns about this person's emotional maturity? If they aren't doing well in school because the work isn't fun and is challenging them, how are they going to self-study for a GED?
I know in my state you can take community college courses while in high school for free. This person can take courses in programming things that interest them. They can also try to get relevant certifications via Google, Microsoft, and other companies. This will allow them to explore their interests and build the knowledge they'll need long term.
I'd also consider having them connect with people in their field to set up informational interviews to learn about the industry. I have a friend who is a programming architect but he couldn't get his job without a degree. Might be some useful industry knowledge to help this person determine next steps.
Well done to your sister and the 15 year old.
Not my field but keep inspiring the individual.
Work backwards from their goals. What does the person need to get to where they wants to be? Go and do it.
Its a process. Determination will be the differentiator.
I think the 15 year old is realistic. If the goal is to remain a programmer/developer, then s/he doesn't need to spend the vast dollars and time at college. Learning practical skills in real-world settings is the way to go. The downside is that if s/he decides a decade or so later to go into management, that's when the 'school tie' may become obligatory. That said, our world is drastically changing, and I think those who can do now or sooner will be ahead of those who are following the 'traditional' route.
Suggest schools with strong co-op programs as well (such as Drexel). She’s getting work experience, networking both academically and professionally, and getting a degree out of it
I agree with this! I went to Drexel, and many students there treat it like a vocational school. I had the opportunity to do a co-op that i wouldn't have gotten any other way, and it was definitely worthwhile
Always an option to work FT while working on a Bachelors PT in the evenings. As long as the degree is done before needed to advance past a certain level, then I don’t see the issue.
Personally I would go straight to school first and do programming part time