Why I Choose To Go To College

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Why would i choose to go to college? Why would people pay thousands of dollars just to go to school? I chose to go to college because i want to become a dentist one day but in order to fulfill my lifelong dream, I must first go to school to get my degree. The purpose of of college is to learn critical thinking skills and to pursue your career. Going to college and getting your degree will help you get a better job and make more money than those who do not attend college. College is also a great place to meet tons of new people and gain new relationships with friends, teachers, and other staff. College is a critical time in most people’s lives because they explore new

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