Help! Why it is important to have a college education if you take courses that are not toward your career?
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College is not just set of courses. You can learn and read course paper at home. College teaches you team work, interacting with people and sometimes also teaches how to do things you absolutely don't like. You are learning a life's lesson at college. You can always choose course that go towards your career later.
1051641
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.
60980
I've never used any of it.  I went through my college bit by bit and took coursed just because the opportunities came up.  I can honestly say I learned more by doing things than sitting in a classroom and it's just a certificate now.  I own my own businesses and even though my degree is in business it would only help if I worked for me.  I guess I use some of the accounting, but then again I learned Quick books for that.  I had fun though.
140193
depends on your career goals. not having one is a negative in many careers and it has been shown that college graduates earn better salaries than non grads.\n\nthe more educated you are the more options you have. Now having said that, my college education did not have any influence on my career as I was self employed mostly.
717336
Um..this should be pretty obvious. It is because they teach you things that you will need to know later on, especially in college. The more you listen in high school, the easier it will be in college. And if you pay attention in class, it will probably be a lot easier to pass tests.
325499
The type of degree you have is often irrelevant to your career path.  What is most important is that you have studied to that level and shown what you are capable of.  I took a degree in English and Archaeology but I now work in the public sector promoting languages and cultural skills!
14896
Success can be measured many ways, happiness, money, etc.  Obviously if you've got a career you want to be happy with it, basicly go after whatever makes you happy.  Is college necessary? No, but it doesn't hurt, and sometimes people don't get jobs even if they do have college.  Basicly, the more knowledge you've got the better off you are, same goes for all the deplomas that say you've got that knowledge.  My advice, find out what your dream job might be and then go after it.
346005
No, it's not a necessity, but take my word for it: it will help you find employment and higher paying, more satisfactory jobs in the future.  Generally, paying for your college degree is worth the investment in time and money.  Even if it seems like a lot right now, you'll make it back and you'll be happier in the end.
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College is very important for ever grade schoolers. In the near future society is going to tell us that we can not do anything or we are not smart unless we have a college degree. Think beyond the degree though. 2 year, 4 year, masters, docotorine. You do not want to be in a situation where to are 30 or older going back to school getting a degree for the first time or getting a second degree becasue you chose something that sounded good at the time. I am in 2 different colleges at the same time, and have been to a total of 3. I see people that are in their 50s and 60s going to school again. Get the education as soon as you can then when you are 50-60 you will be the boss of a fortune 500 company.
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When I was young the drive was to get an education which didn’t necessarily always mean college.  Many joined the factories and enter apprentice programs some lasting 4 or more years.  It was not a liberal arts education but one in which they became masters in their field.\n\nOthers entered college and acquired a solid liberal arts education and built on that with additional education gaining master and Phd degrees in specialized fields.  \n\nEducation was important.  \n\nToday there seems to be a growing distain for education.  Literacy rates are decreasing and having an understanding of history or literature for many has become the exception and not the norm.  \n\nSome may equate this with getting a job in place of getting an education.  In this they are mistaken and will do well as hamburger flippers, but little else.  Increasingly an education which never ends is a requirement.  I’m 65 and have never ended my education.  College, getting a job but continuing to increase one’s knowledge is important because how things are done are changing.\n\nAt one time it wasn’t difficult to become an auto mechanic, to day it is a continual education not just as to how cars work, but understanding the machines that analyze the cars.  When I was young we built our own homes, today this is becoming increasingly difficult with new materials and new building codes.\n\nNot only get the education but plan on continuing that education.
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This has to come from within not from a website.  What are your interests.  You can go to college and get all the major subjects out of the way til you decide.  BUT, if you have NO idea and you are ready for college......well, what have you been doing with your life in the past ??? yrs. instead of dealing with your life?  Think about it and stop wasting your life away and do something with it.  Go with your heart and soul.
850286
Yes, it is definitely possible to have a nice life without a college degree.  A lot of successful people start their own businesses without it.  If you want to work for somebody, I would recommend getting a degree.  Without it, you will not get far in corporate America.  If you wouldn't mind starting your own business or something like that, you definitely don't need a degree.  Good luck with everything.
634252
an clloege education is more about learning how to think than preparing for a job. I recommend a christian college where everyone believe in God. Best success to you!
940488
It varies among people.  Some folks are ready to roll right out of high school; others have had enough of the academic life and want to see something of how the real world works before diving back into academia.  One is likely to find that the real world is rather cruel to people without college degrees, and that may help motivate one to head back to school.
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Why Get a College Degree?\n\nKnowledge, Skills, and More Opportunities\nIf you go to college, you'll gain information and skills that you'll use for the rest of your life, no matter what career you chose. College will enable you to:\n\n    * Expand your knowledge and skills\n    * Express your thoughts clearly in speech and in writing\n    * Grasp abstract concepts and theories\n    * Increase your understanding of the world and your community\n\nWhat This Means for You\nThe benefits above may sound great on their own, but college also has some very practical benefits:\nMore Job Opportunities\n\nThe world is changing rapidly. More and more jobs require education beyond high school. College graduates have more jobs to choose from than those who don't pursue education beyond high school.\n\nEarn More Money\nA person who goes to college usually earns more than a person who doesn't. According to the US Census Bureau, on average, someone with a Bachelor's Degree earns $51,206—almost double the $27,915 earned annually by someone with only a high school diploma.\n\nWhy Not Go to College?\nMany students are unsure about going to college, for many reasons. Below are five we've heard before, and why they don't hold water.\n\n1. "I Can't Afford It."\nMost students get financial aid to help pay for college, and most aid is based on need. This means that the less money you have, the more aid you might get.\n\n2. "Nobody in My Family Has Ever Gone."\nBeing first can be hard. For instance, you may have to explain to the family why college is important to you. On the other hand, being first is likely to be a source of pride, for you and for your family.\n\n3. " I Don't Know What I Want to Do with My Life."\nJoin the crowd. Thousands of college freshmen haven't decided on a major or on a career. College gives you the opportunity to learn more about what's out there. You'll be exposed to a variety of academic subjects, people, and new perspectives.\n\n4. "College Is Too Hard for Me."\nMost students think college will be too hard for them. Keep in mind, all colleges offer tutoring and student support. As confident as some students seem, no one goes to college knowing everything—if they did, why would they go?\n\n5. "I Just Won't Fit In."\nMost colleges have students from many backgrounds. To get an idea of what to expect, explore colleges with College Search, or better yet, visit in person. Be sure to ask about the make-up of the student body, and if they have clubs and activities that you're interested in joining.\n\nIt Doesn't Have to Be a Four-Year College\nIf you're not sure about college, or which college, consider attending a community college. Community colleges are public, two-year schools that provide an excellent education, whether you're considering an associate degree, a certificate program, technical training, or plan to continue your studies at a four-year college.
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The best thing about a college education is that you recieve a wealth of knowledge and experience beyond what most people can teach themselves. Career wise you get a piece of paper saying your smarter than most people so you can get a job in management and opress people that may very well be smarter than you in reality.
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If you are doing it for college, it might be a better choice to look up the information yourself.  The assignments given in college are so that you can graduate with a broader spectrum of knowledge.