Bad news for my TESC degree

[Publius]

You may also want to work in something that points out how obtaining your degree, and your goals, at such a young age, involved thinking outside of the box, applying yourself, and a hard work ethic. Something along those lines. Schools, undergrad or grad, are looking for people who will be able to start their program and finish it. Not drop out, etc. That may also be a part of why they seemed skeptical of how you got you're degree, cause you didn't "do" anything at your undergrad school and may be wondering what you'll offer them. I have no clue.

Hope it works out for you.