College

What makes a college unique? The things people think about when they are thinking about which kind of college to attend is truly mind blowing. What will the size of the classes be? What is the cost at a four year college compared to a community college? How is the academic quality at this college? How are the athletics at the school? What is the student life here? Do I want more opportunities and meet more people at a bigger school or stay at a smaller school? Though a four year college and…

Why should college be free for people with low income? If college were free, there would be a higher percentage of people who graduate from college. Everyone should get a chance to get a higher education without paying. If students have been going to school for free, they should not have to start paying for school when they graduate. Having to pay tuition will be a big change for a person who usually does not have to pay to go to school. College should be free for people who have low income…

Throughout our adolescent years, many of us received constant bombardment about attending college after high school. Those with the willpower and motivation in most cases tend to go down the college path; others will see little to no value in the vast expense of college for their chosen trade. Over the years, thru various studies it has been proven that college graduates in most cases earn more over their lifetime compared to high school graduates. On the other hand, you have the occasional high…

Public vs Private Colleges Thesis: Public and private colleges do have many similarities, but they also have many differences as well. Point 1 cost Point 2 size and degree offerings point 3 class size, demographics What are the differences and similarities between public and private colleges? A lot of people may not know about private colleges. People may think that private and public colleges don't have many differences. Public and private colleges do have many similarities, but they…

College has been a defining part of American society since the early 1600s. During this time, however, participation was limited and selective to rich white males. Today, the average person has an endless number of opportunities for this extended education with over 5,300 colleges in the United States alone. Despite what appears to be an overarching theme of positivity regarding the benefits of college, a reoccuring debate has come into focus within the last decade: is college worth attending?…

Is College Necessary? When students graduate from high school, is it necessary for everyone to go to college? No, college is a choice. Depending on what a person wants to do after high school will determine if college is needed or not. College is not the only option students can take after graduation. Some people go into the trades, the military, and family businesses. Some people think you need college to find a good job, but that is not exactly true. One might not make as much money as if…

Preconceived notions of college As a senior in high school before going to college it is important to distinguish truth between myths regarding the college experience. As one get older they become increasingly excited to move on and go off to college. However, the movies and stories do not put it into the true perspective. It is difficult to comprehend in high school that virtually every action and decision one makes over those four years can either make or break their adjustment to college.…

Reid ELA 12 Period 4: U2SC 15 December 2016 Is college really worth it? I don’t know about you, but without a doubt, our parents and family has always lectured us from the beginning of our lives that receiving an education is the most important task. Receiving an education would be in fact, graduating out of college and with that is the key to the gate of an amazing ever-lasting career and life-long financial wealth. Naturally, going to college and receiving a degree has become a…

million students were expected to enroll, to attend American colleges and universities ("Fast Facts”). Students took the time to narrow down the best fit school for themselves. With over 4,800 colleges to choose from in the United States of America, it can be difficult for some students to figure out which one will be the optimal choice. The two main colleges a student should consider before selecting, are a large university or a small college. There are many differences between the two,…

No one in my entire family went to college, meaning I am on my own. Growing up we barely had enough money to eat, let alone save for college. The idea that someone from my family was going to attend college was significantly beyond any thought. There is a great amount of pressure to become successful. Everyone seems to be looking up to me, which in turn, can be extremely stressful. Nonetheless, I have felt an enormous amount of accomplishment knowing I made it to where I am today. I used to…