In Islam, it is more important for women to be educated because they control the whole household. They need to be well educated to make good decisions for their families. Islam also encourages women to join certain professions like teachings, nursing, medicine, etc.
Islam says it is not compulsory for women to provide financial support to their families. It is their husband, father's, son's , or brother's job to cover for their expenses. Women's money is women whereas men have to share assets with their children, wife, and parents. If women want to contribute, they can. Nothing wrong with that.
Anyways, I am getting my education because it is like a sin to remain uneducated in my family. You have to get an education no matter what. I am asian. Then I like being knowledgeable. Finally I need to get a job to pass my spare time. I want to be independent as well.