Making a decision such as settling on a major that will shape a path to the future of many students is not an easy one to make. Many students will change majors or minors at least once before graduation. People tend to be indecisive and it is a basic trait found in many students. Knowing that some majors cost more than others can influence one’s decision due to financial capabilities. For example, in the University of Kentucky a bachelor’s degree in family and consumer science is 21% costlier than average, where a bachelor’s degree in Financial Mathematics is 26% cheaper (“University of Kentucky”6). Every college has a different price for every major, but that is only one example from a well-known public university. Student should look at the degree cost before choosing a college because the cost could be a burden that can delay graduation. Switching major like switching shoes is not a smart way to land on a successful career so the best way is to plan for college before paying for it. The trend is clear that family consumer science and any health related degree is expensive while others are not. The cost of such degrees as nursing or public health administration is expensive because of the ongoing need for more healthcare providers. The population is aging and the need for trained professionals is crucial. With the extended life …show more content…
The pay for people holding a bachelor’s degree is nearly double the pay of high school graduates, but some students prefer not to go to college. Some facts states that parents and students are now smarter consumers of higher education degrees. The cost of public universities is high and the facts shows that it is almost as expensive as the private universities. The idea that community colleges are not offering top quality education is haunting students and parent till this day. Many students study two years in a community college and then continue the rest two years in a public university. People will look at a student graduating from a public university differently than a community college graduate. Financial aids are not always going to be enough to cover all the tuition expenses including housing, meal plans, and books. Students must consider other options before choosing a federal loan. The decision that a student makes in college will leave an impact later on in the adult life. Thinking about the cost of in state versus out of state cost is important when choosing a college as well as picking up a major. Many people will face hard choices and tough times to get the education they need to face the world and that what makes it a unique experience. Through all the struggle and pain a great future awaits every hard working student. Tuition is most likely going to stay high