A student in his 30s?

In Russia, we are used to students being yesterday's schoolchildren. But what about in Germany? According to statista.com, there are 82% students among the population aged 20 to 29, and 14% among people aged 30 to 39. This, you'll agree, is not insignificant. So why is this the case? The reasons why are.
getting a college degree is delayed, all sorts of things.

Some young people are just too infantile. They are not ashamed to admit it, by the way). Others need to create a financial cushion before studying. Others decide to change their profession or deepen their knowledge. Fourthly, they want to pursue higher education after receiving an Ausbildung.

Life in Germany is very conducive to being a long-term student. The student pass for public transportation is worth it. Apart from that:

For students under 30 years of age:

• Health insurance costs only about 100 euros. It includes non-working wives/husbands (if they are not students themselves), children

• Many discounts through special services, free or for a nominal fee Entrance to museums, theater tickets, etc.

For students over the age of 30:

• Free preparatory courses at universities to refresh your knowledge.

• There is no age restriction for scholarships.

• Some campuses even have daycare centers.

Among other things, a student in Germany will not have to go hungry. Education itself is free, and many companies offer special jobs for students. It is easy to combine work and study schedules.

You should not be surprised if you suddenly meet gray-haired grandfathers among your classmates. Many pensioners go to university as free students. Usually they do not write exams. They go in order to be among young people and learn something new and interesting for themselves.