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    this situation. During my third year of high school, I was ready for my U.S. History test. I knew all the answers to the teacher’s multiple choice. However, he would make us write a five-paragraph essay that would be on the test. I knew it was worth a lot of points, and I did not want to risk receiving a low grade. On the day of the test, I took a little piece of paper to guide me through the essay. During the test, I had it covered with my head down as if I were writing with my head down.…

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    andprofessional opportunities that you will gain, and not the piece of paper at the end. (ColoradoState University) For example, anyone can get a degree from any college, but not all schools cangive you the right material that you might be seeking for. Even that’s not speaking about thetuitions that different colleges are worth, it’s better to find a college with factors that you’reinterested with and not having such a dramatic value then one that isn’t recognized for that and isjust charging…

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    There has been a lot said over recent years about college graduates and if getting that college degree is even worth it anymore. Personally, I believe that it is worth it, as long as you have prepared before hand by choosing a program or field that you are passionate about and is growing. David Brooks argues that the reason current college graduates are not prepared is because of the shock of going from a rigorously structured life to extreme openness and freedom. The graduates are not ready…

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    Calvin Johnson Net Worth Calvin Johnson Jr. was born on the 29th September 1985 in Newnan, Georgia USA. His name is well known in the football fields, playing as wide receiver for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League. His professional career began in 2007 and already Johnson has a number of career achievements under his name, including, Detroit Lions all-time career leader in receiving yards and touchdowns, fastest receiver to reach 10,000 receiving yards and NFL single-season…

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    College education is perceived as the ultimate achievement in anyone’s lifetime. To finally receive an acceptance letter to a university or college, only then waiting four additional years to actually begin your dream career. Then there is a possibility of finding a job in your intended career or going to graduate school. All these decisions and money “well invested” makes people wonder, if any of it was worth it. The cost of a college education effects the outcome of student-loan debts and…

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    Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning. He has a contract worth 96 million dollars with the Broncos. On top of his staggering earnings from football he has earned an additional 15 million just off of endorsements alone in 2014. All these stats prove that playing football is worth it and we should not stop watching it because of the danger to players because they benefit the most from the sport and get to live a lavish…

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    9/26/16 Are College graduates more motivated than high school graduates? College is worth one’s time if he or she wishes to be successful in life and earn a degree. One can rely on oneself and not others. A college education is valuable because one can have a better job opportunity, better health care, and become a new person. As can be seen job security is important because it’s where one’s revenue comes from. The New York Times says that 65.9% of american students attended college in 2011. (…

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    For instance if you are a Highschool student that have plans to be a veterinarian you should take a college preparatory course to help you to when you get to college. In College or the University you go to theirs 3 subjects that will help you Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The minimum education level is the Medical degree. But if you want a higher level there's the D.V.M degree, requires…

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    Is a college degree worth the cost? This is a common question among students who are deciding whether to continue with their education or stop right after their four years of High School. Today, "the United States currently ranks 10th in the world in its percentage of 25- to 34-yearolds who have completed postsecondary education” (Adam, 3). This is due to the fact that over the past few years’ college expenses have increased at a rate that today money is one of the major reasons why students get…

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    For most high school graduates there are two options. Go to college or join the workforce. Finances play a giant role on which option a graduate will choose. If college is chosen, how is it going to be paid for? Not every student will have the money necessary to pay for college, so then it is either a student loan or financial aid. Financial aid can be very selective, so that leaves student loans. Will those loans pay off with a degree to have a career that will financially pay off those loans,…

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