This will probably be the first of many threads I start as I try to figure out what I am going to do after this semester of college.
Background info:
I am currently attending a small private college in the midwest, and am nearing the end of my 2nd year there (with almost 90 credits). I've always intended this school to be a "stepping stone" towards higher goals, so I've had in my mind that I would transfer from this school ever since I applied there. My primary interest is Computer Science, or a derivative thereof, but I am also currently majoring in math--just because I can (i've got the aptitude). The college I am currently at is definitely NOT a good place to be getting a CompSci degree from, though it is significantly better in the math department.
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So I need to find a good college/university to continue my CompSci studies at. But then there's a curve ball. Another possiblity I have is to NOT go to college next semester, but instead get a job in the "industry"--as a 3d artist/level designer. In the past, as a result of some of my community creations, I've had offers to apply to various game companies, but I've always dismissed them as a result of being in school. I feel like I would have a pretty decent chance to "get in" if I were to simply update my portfolio with a few current works.
So, my first question will be: Should I finish up my undergraduate degree now, or should I pursue a career in game development (with the likelyhood that I would finish my degree later on)?
Background info:
I am currently attending a small private college in the midwest, and am nearing the end of my 2nd year there (with almost 90 credits). I've always intended this school to be a "stepping stone" towards higher goals, so I've had in my mind that I would transfer from this school ever since I applied there. My primary interest is Computer Science, or a derivative thereof, but I am also currently majoring in math--just because I can (i've got the aptitude). The college I am currently at is definitely NOT a good place to be getting a CompSci degree from, though it is significantly better in the math department.
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So I need to find a good college/university to continue my CompSci studies at. But then there's a curve ball. Another possiblity I have is to NOT go to college next semester, but instead get a job in the "industry"--as a 3d artist/level designer. In the past, as a result of some of my community creations, I've had offers to apply to various game companies, but I've always dismissed them as a result of being in school. I feel like I would have a pretty decent chance to "get in" if I were to simply update my portfolio with a few current works.
So, my first question will be: Should I finish up my undergraduate degree now, or should I pursue a career in game development (with the likelyhood that I would finish my degree later on)?