College

They say leaving is the hardest part to do. So this made me realize what I would be missing out on by starting college. Now that I am a college student I now know what they meant. I was faced with leaving people that I have been with for four years, the people that I have made memories with. I was finally going to leave the one place that I had spent so much of my time at. Walking form class to class trying not to be late for my next class. Just thinking that I won’t be walking in those…

the financial necessities for college. Now, college is becoming more of a dream rather than a reality as high tuition rates becomes the number one reason why Americans are not advancing themselves into higher education. In some cases, there are college students who receive full-ride scholarships to the college they desire; however, the majority of those who do go to college do not obtain the same luck. Those students who do continue their education and go off to college find themselves short of…

College students attending either a University or community college share distinct and similar experiences as first time college students. For instance, both students have to pay tuition costs, applications fees, and they share a similar 1st (change) first) two-year curriculum. On the other hand, they have obvious differences in student body size, teacher and student relationships, and career preparation. Seniors in High School across our nation face immediate life altering decisions when…

Freshman Year College Obstacles The first semester of a college student’s career is one of the most exciting, yet stressful semesters of their academic career. The stress lies in the unknown and the expectations of what college will bring. Entering college straight out of high school or a job, is a culture shock. A college education and curriculum is different and far more challenging than any students academic high school career. There are many obstacles to consider as a college student.…

number of colleges in the United States has increased drastically in the last half-century. With this increase, high school seniors have a longer list of colleges and universities to choose from. Choosing the right college is a decision that will impact the young adult’s life tremendously. It is shown that the ages 18-22 are the most detrimental years in a young person’s life, so it is crucial that the college making decision is not taken lightly. There are two different types of colleges in…

Two year college institutions, or community colleges is a marvelous implementation to the education system for the means of higher education. Community colleges are excellent for those who attend right after high school and live on a budget, those who wish to continue their education during their adulthood, those who would like to learn a new skill or two, and those who are wanting to transfer to a four year university. And best of all, two year colleges are easily accessible where anyone can…

complicated and complex. An individual’s income level, maturity level, family support and the area where he or she lives are just some of the factors that must be considered to determine college choices. More students are choosing to enroll in technical colleges as an alternative to traditional universities because…

hold me back. This is where my vice comes into play. Occasionally I am manipulative in order to optimize my success. For example, when working on a group project for a communication class, I had to be manipulative in order to succeed. Failure in college is something I will not accept. So, at the time, it was extremely important that I do well on this project. It was never my intention to be arrogant or pressure someone to do something they clearly did not want to do during this group project. So…

The eternal question “Four year UC or comunity college?” was asked repeatedly. Any senior knows both are extremely different paths. If you choose to go to community college, than you choose to continue living at home, commute and obtain a part-time job. If you choose a four year college than you choose to move away from home. I choose to attend a community college and to commute to stay home for a couple more years. When I chose community college, I expected life to be easy, but I was completely…

The major difference between public colleges/ universities and private colleges lies in how they are founded. Public colleges are those that are largely supported by state funds. Private colleges, are supported by tuition and donations from alumni and friends. Usually they are more expensive than public colleges/universities and often offer the best financial aid because of that specific reason. If you attend a public college/university in your own state, you will get a break on tuition costs…