A Goodreads user asked Neel Burton:

What is your perspective on self-learning? Since your bio says you're a philosopher, do you think philosophy can be better studied if in college or by reading and collecting information by yourself?

Neel Burton Hi, I think this depends on where you are at and how you learn. A college course can give you motivation and confidence for attacking original texts, force you to consider new philosophers and perspectives, and provide reassurance that you are engaging appropriately with the subject matter. But philosophy is a lifelong pursuit, and almost all of my reading and thinking has been extracurricular. I hope this helps!

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