To study the arts, would it be better to pay more for college--while working-- or go somewhere more affordable
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In the real world, it really doesn't matter where you go to get a liberal arts BA degree. I would opt for the most affordable choice. Where you get your MA or PHD matters more. What career are you planning to pursue? Will a BA  actually get you where you are going or would it be more advantageous to get a more specialized degree? Why do you just want to learn about the arts? I would suggest coming up with a better life plan than that. Just a thought.
750765
Here's a q to ask people:\n\nWould you consider taking out student loans to pay for college if it guaranteed you a better job?
437012
In my opinion college is much better than high school.  I found high school restricting and ridiculous all around.  In list form I'll give my reasons why college is much better than high school: You can choose your classes (more options than high school) and what time you want to take them.  If you don't feel like going to class, you can make that decision to stay home knowing that you may pay for it later. You feel more like an adult.  You're living on your own (or at least in my case).  You meet new people, and probably people who are in your area of interest.  College is the pathway between being a child and an adult.  You're still young, but you most likely don't pay your taxes and it's ok to have pizza for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  College is the best thing that has happened to me.  :)
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well, depending on what school you want to go to depends on what state you'd live in. yes, it's a lot cheaper to go to a community college and then transfer into a university after the first two years. also, you'd have smaller classrooms and a better chance with working with your professers. if you know what it is you want as far as a degree, start looking up some schools and what they have to offer towards that degree. some schools offer better programs than others because some schools focus more on certain sunjects than others. that's where you should start.
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i was in college studying film and animation after quitting a good payed job at Ford. I found what i knew was going to be my life, hobby and career at the same time. Guiders in technical high school told me i had a gift for visual communications and drawing so i made the switch to visual arts. They were right, teachers in college were very content with my work and acknowledged the talent i had . Those were wonderfull years since i found where i fitted in and what i've been thinking about as a kid. Unfortunately, after sophomore year i had to quit college due to circumstances.\n\nToday i'm payed about 15k, going from one job to another and every now and then i draw a storyboard for commercials....so no this not what i wanted my future to be... i was highly regarded in college by my teachers and fellow students. The sky seemed to be the limit back then...
513667
In the long run, school. It will allow you to have one job that will most likely pay more than both of the others. If you need to take a semester or year off for your sanity, by all means, do so. Just be sure to go back and finish your degree afterwards.
1007885
Why do you want 'the cheapest'?  You really want a good education...just affordable!  There are online degrees for this, if money is tight...just don't expect to get a job from getting it!
428640
If you go to extra classes, you're going to need even more money.  I would get a job and go to school part time if that's an option..or get a job and save until you can afford to go back to school, but make sure you do that..education is priceless.
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I like this question. I get to talk about something most people find boring.\n\nI'm trying to decide which -- going to Ohio State University and paying $20,000 per year for Radiological Technology or going to the local community college for $5,000 a year for the same thing. OSU's program is very prestigious, but community college is affordable. \n\nShould I accept his proposal or not?\n\nShould I work on that Economics paper, or that English composition paper? \n\nShould I work two or three jobs this summer?? Will I be able to handle it??\n\nShould I graduate high school and become an adult, or stay a kid?\n\nSo much, so much.
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I got a BS degree and the whole point was to get a job that pays a lot more than without a degree. The drive was to never have to live paycheck to paycheck and to be able to have a very leisure lifestyle plus with a degree you get respect and a better class of job. More vacation, better benefits, an office, etc.
1124725
College may not be the best choice.  Save your money, trust me.
559573
A job you enjoy & they'll pay for your tuition??\n\nI know what I'd be doing! Figure out a way to do school part time and do both!\n\nWho is the employer? Sign me up!
120048
working part-time puts a strain on your study time, but if you need the money ... go for it! I work pt in the registrars office at my school - it's nice.
1014687
It all depends on how many hours you are prepared to work and what industry you can work in. \n Around the victorian countryside there are ample jobs during semester brakes working as a fruit picker/packer but these jobs pay by piece rate. But in short yes you should be able to cover your cost of living so long as you live to a resonable budget
625363
It's not a matter of just scraping by paying your bills.  Some people go to college to get better jobs so they aren't just living paycheck to paycheck.  Some go because they like learning about new things, the atmosphere and the intellectual challenge.
650398
Is it too expensive? YES! Overrated, idk... So many ppl get college education today that it has almost become an expectation when looking for a better job. To really pull away from the crowd you have no choice, but continue your education, grad. school, etc. And that's becoming a natural step for many as well, while college has become almost an another high school.
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Yes! As you move into your thirties and beyond, having a college degree is going to be more important in your earning power. Research shows that every class you take will improve your earnings, even if you still don't graduate. And continuing education helps keep you healthier and happier. If you have kids, it is so good for their education and motivation to see you studying.\n\nPlus, you don't want to wait until you're in your fifties and have your children complain that since you've been going to college, you only call them when you need money!