College is not an easy decision to make. Persuasion and encouragement are essential for getting them to attend. Many people think that college isn't for them because they don't have what the school is looking for specifically. They don't consider themselves worthy of being a tribute to the school. Alternatively, they do not need a degree because where they are is okay with them. This is the case for a lot of people who do better than someone who actually attends college and finishes with a degree. But having a degree or not having a degree doesn't make you better than the next person. It just shows you have the qualifications for that position. You learned what you needed to know to be a viable candidate for that future job. To get someone to attend a university or community college, you would have to give them a 1 million dollar reason why they should enroll. This will show them that you care about their future and want them to be the most successful that they can be in this world. You should start by figuring out their interests in life and what they like to do whether it is making music or being an entrepreneur. Use that as your key point in the discussion. Encourage them to believe in themselves as you do. Show them why it would be a highly beneficial thing to apply to school for music which can expand their knowledge of what they already know or actually improve on what they think they are excellent at, even open up their mind more and unlock a whole brand-new idea and creativity with music. Same with being an entrepreneur. Studying that major in college teaches you soft skills like accountability, time management, and emotional maturity. Make them aware that college is worth it, due to the doors it opens up for a better career and a decent salary. Not only that, but also the people you will meet along the way whom you can also learn from and who can be of assistance to you. College is more than just showing up to classes and taking them for the knowledge or experience; it is about the feelings and excitement people feel after they graduate, about how they have matured from who they were before, and about the growth that will take them farther.