Yes, A College Degree Is Worth The Cost By Rodney K. Smith

Determining whether pursing a college education is worth the money is a matter that will cross the minds of many at some point in their lives. Some believe that college is not only a waste of time but, also money. On the other hand, some would argue that education is an investment that will pay off later in life. In the article “Yes, A College Degree is Worth the Costs,” Rodney K. Smith states that his family views education as an investment and stewardship. He argues that “[m]any in the rising generation fail to see education as a stewardship worthy of investment on their part.” Meaning that many are failing to see the value of education. Education plays a major role in ones future and it shouldn’t be taken for granted. Smith’s key supporting …show more content…
It seems like the author wants the readers to be able to relate with him. Because he shares a personal story of how college was worth the investment for his family. Smith’s explains how his grandfather invested his life savings into Smith’s father’s education. Smith’s father was able to graduate from law school and open up his own business. This inspired Smith to go to college and his children have now sought higher education as a result. Because his family invested in education, other family members have followed in those …show more content…
He brings up the concern of debt and the quality of education. But, he states that they are legitimate, which is true. He doesn’t refute these arguments. But, it’s good that he didn’t because he can’t agree that every school offers quality education. And there are many people left with debt after graduating. But, Smith does make a good point when he states that graduates will have increase opportunities for employment at higher rates of pay. This is true based on the information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. These jobs would then provide them with the means to pay off the