text: does anyone somebody who has a felony and a college degree with a good job i am thinking about college? but i am thinking it may be a waste of time and money because of the felony sounds like you were very young when you charged with a felony. most employers will look at your record and the changes you have made in your life since you were charged.  college is a good place to show that you have turned over a new leaf. it will also give you more marketable skills. you've paid your dues now you have to re-earn societies trust.   lot's of people have picked themselves up after a brush with the law and carried on to success. larry king, clifford irving, o henry, eugene debbs  etc.  good luck