
Delaware Tech Proves to be Sound Investment
Omosanya “OJ” Cole grew up with parents who worked in the banking industry, so it’s not surprising how quickly he’s established a successful career at Discover Financial Services.
First employed as a customer service representative, he is now an assistant manager.
Given his background, it’s also not surprising that finances played a role in how he chose a college. Cole was eligible to attend Delaware Tech tuition-free on a SEED scholarship and he was able to cover the cost of books and various fees through a Wallace Family Scholarship.
“That combination of scholarships truly helped me,” said Cole, who did not want college to turn into a financial burden. “I wanted to rely on myself and those scholarships.”
With that self-determination and drive, Cole graduated from Delaware Tech in 2010 with an associate degree in general business and promptly went on to obtain a bachelor’s in marketing in 2011.
“Having to pay tuition at Delaware Tech would have delayed my ability to graduate and move on to my bachelor’s degree,” said Cole, who graduated free of debt. By working while earning his associate degree, he was able to save the money needed to continue his education – an important priority in his life.
While Cole has put in a tremendous amount of work and effort into reaching his goals, he acknowledges that Delaware Tech played an important role in getting him started.
“I took what Delaware Tech gave me and utilized it,” he said, “and it worked out well for me.”
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