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Ohio University economic historian, states, “Students increasingly rely on third parties - governments and private donors - to help finance their education. This has enhanced the increase in demand, raised tuition levels, and provides new resources to universities” (23). Government subsidies may appear beneficial by bringing down product cost at the initial time, but truly makes matters worse later by hiring the demand for college. To add on, current spendings of college and universities are…

Many students cannot afford tuition so if they were to pay for college they would be in so much debt, especially now since the tuition fees are increasing. Many state universities would suffer. Corporate and other important job levels would decline. Office Jobs especially because we have to be insanely qualified to have these certain jobs and some people need a Bachelor’s Degree if not a Masters. Louisiana’s current budget deficit should not allow the Government to take TOPS away from upcoming…

During the Great Recession over the past decade, state governments, in order to balance their own budgets, have cut funding from post-secondary education, leading to tuition increases. The problem is compounded, according to Edwards et al. (2013), even more by universities using the scant funding that they receive for new buildings on the campus and to raise the pay of university administrators (p. 99). In order for college costs to come down, and be more affordable…

college can get a university experience with the college they pick and get prepared for a job. They can get involved with school activities like homecoming, football games, and also experience with dorm living. Also, there are scholarship opportunities that are included which gives students a chance to get money and a free ride throughout college. “A four-year degree will open doors to a bright future for college students” (“The Pros and Cons of Attending College”). The article states that a…

College students often take in to consideration many different reasons for choosing their major. Making a major selection based on a combination of factors is expected and is a good idea. On the other hand, choosing a college major based solely on one criteria can lead to frustration and disappointment in the long run. Selecting a major based on high salary is a common decision students make, instead of factoring their skills and interest. It’s difficult to succeed in a field if the student…

P1-Anna When asked, what obstacles do you think would hinder you from persisting in obtaining your degree? Participant one, Anna, expressed, “I was on a tight schedule trying to get my grandkids off to school and then run to school myself. In the evenings, I had to get home to prepare their meals, make sure my grandchildren were doing their homework, and then do my homework”. What does it mean to you to persist in your education in spite of the obstacle. Anna, stated, “It is very important…

For most young adults, making the transition from high school to college is the toughest challenge they have yet to face. Whether it is being away from home for the first time, making new friends or facing academic challenges this transition can be extremely overwhelming. This step by step process will help students to pass their exams. There are six major steps that students should do in order to succeed in college, which include, adapting to dorm life, breaking bad high school habits, sleeping…

75 percent of college students do not seek help for mental health problems (Kerr, 2012). Suicide is the third cause of death among college and university student in our country. Student who suffer from depression are five times more likely to commit suicide. According to Anxiety Online Journal so many students are struggling with all kinds of anxiety and depression: veterans with PTDS, Separation…

Introduction College athletes refer to the individuals who represent their learning institutions, particularly colleges and universities, in competitive sports such as athletics, soccer and ball games. Often the competition college students participate in is considered as non-professional since some international institutions such as Olympics Committee and IAAF do not approve them. However, the athletes participating in the college events tend to have an equal input in the sports as the…

“By 2020,” President Barak Obama addresses, “America will once again have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world” (Kelly and Schneider 1). Today as we live in America, most people face with a college problem since after high school graduation. High school graduates consider whether go to the college or not go to the college. Likewise, Jackson, who is attending a college, has to make a decision of continuing higher education. Myself as a college student would like to more…