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Back to school: Ousted 'opening up possibilities' with pursuit of finance degree

As the 2016-17 school year begins this week, we take a look at the different Vancouver Whitecaps FC players who are continuing their studies while living their pro soccer dream.

In July 2015, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) became Major League Soccer’s “exclusive education partner,” an arrangement that encouraged and assisted players to pursue their higher education.

David Ousted didn’t need much convincing.

The 31-year-old Dane, who is rarely seen without a book by his side, is currently working towards a bachelor of finance degree through SNHU’s online courses.