the advantage of getting a college education?
370931
One advantage is stretching your mind, and learning about the world and universe in which you live.
93722
I presume you mean that you are taking the prerequisites\nwhile still in High School, right?\n\nThe advantage to taking them in High School is that you\ncan avoid having to take them (and *pay* for them) when\nin college.  By putting them off, you might delay your\ncollege graduation (ie. have to take an extra semester\nor even year to get your degree).
323891
particularly in the US, college is not just about training you for a future job - it's about making you a more well-rounded person.  I am very glad I took the "useless" classes that I did, becauase I frequently find something about them turned out to be useful after all.  Understanding why beer was such a major part of American history helped me form an opinion on current politics that deal with alcohol and regulations, for example, and basic logic in philosophy still helps me notice when someone's argument is faulty.
108284
The chance to make more money, better benifit's, and better positions in the field of you choosing. Also will allow you to persue a career path that requires more extensive training then a High School Deploma or GED offers.
1008209
Get a better education and get a better job.
593201
For me it would depend on cost and the education you want. I found attending community college the first two years was much cheaper than paying for the same courses at a university. I then transferred to a 4 year university and that worked for me. It also liekly depends on your age...I was 22 when I returned to school-I wasn't in the same place as some 18 year old are with wanting to room with other kids their age etc.
568085
No, it is not necessarily bad, but it can be limiting.\n\nI have a great job and earn good money. I am self taught computer engineer. I earn enough money that I can pay for all our needs and my wife can stay home to teach our children. And I am a high-school drop out.\n\nBut somewhere along the way, I learn the value of hard work. I learned about money. And I can say that not having the college education did lead to difficulties getting a job. I had to take lower jobs and 'prove myself' to employers. This can take years.\n\nGetting a college education will definately help you to earn more through your adult life.\n\nI'd pick a good, Christian college, because much of what is being taught in Ivy League schools, state colleges and community colleges is complete hogwash.\n\nGood luck. Please consider sticking to getting your education.
175529
College is a bit trickier than high school, etc. Your university or college should offer tutoring for free, which is probably your best bet. Otherwise your options are limited, including research catalysts like Google Scholar or Wikipedia. The advantage of college is that most things are taught in the lectures, but if they're skills such as writing or math that aren't taught by the professor then there'll almost undoubtedly be some resource for help in those areas on campus. Free writing labs, tutors, etc. Try browsing your school's website.\n\nPerhaps you could try office hours? Community college instructors tend to be more available and able to commit more time to individual students.
422512
Advantages - learn the nature of competition, learn to socialize, learn teamwork, looks good on college applications\n\nDisadvantages - if you don't know what you're doing or there's an accident you could get hurt
222286
Develops the student's mind so that they are more intelligent, and sensible in their everyday life.  Education also helps them grow and mature into responsible people.
85303
i think when you go to college there's a better chance that you get a higher pay job compared to people who work without college degree or level education....
156115
My opinion (as a BSME) is that any college education is helpful; an AS degree is very helpful; a BS is better yet; and anybody whoe stays in school beyond the BS degree is not playing with a full deck.
735594
I can only speak from my own experience. The first time I went to college, I had no study skills at all. I had never taken notes in class because just listening was enough. I had never used memory devices because I didn't have to. Then - boom! - college, which is REALLY DIFFERENT. A study skills class was offered, but I thought it was just for dumb kids and wouldn't take it. So I basically flunked out. W\n  When I went back to college I ate up the study skills classes, cried much less and got my degree. If you went to a better high school than I did, perhaps you might learn sufficient study skills there, but my own personal 'research' says taking a class gives you a huge advantage.
189101
In many ways you are right. Education is an investment of time and money that may or may not pay off. If you know you won't be totally committed to college, don't go.
143785
yes it could help you get into a good college.  schlorships are some of the benefits.
810619
A state university will get you a four year degree, which will open up better job opportunities.  There also tends to be a richer campus environment.\n\nA community college is better if you want to save some money while getting your general electives done, or if you just don't feel ready for college yet (socially or academic skills).
550850
college first would be nice!