what's the benefit of going to college?
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Most people misunderstand the benefit of going to college and gaining a degree.  To a prospective employer, it doesn't say that you know everything about whatever your major was, but it does say you have the ability to focus, apply yourself to a goal with a timetable, and follow through with the required work & effort.  That's why even a degree in Marine Biology will help you get a job in a bank.\n\nThe salary differential between someone with a High School Diploma and someone with a Degree more than makes up for those "four years lost income".\n\nAverage High School graduates starting salary: $24,000\n\nAverage College graduates starting salary: $38,000 (add $10K more for engineers/computer science)\n\nThe really important thing, though, is do do something you really like to do!
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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!
1165427
work and go to college
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They should help place you in classes tht will help prepare you for your furture (advance placement and college prep).  Addtionally they can be a mentor, and even someone you can turn to in a time of need.
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What are the benefits and the programs of that college, is it a trade school ?
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Advantages:\nYou have a group of guys to hang out with.\nYou have a group of women to hang out with (sororities).\nYou have an off-campus house to hang out at.\nYou develop friendships that last after college.\n\nDisadvantages:\nYou hang out with the same people all the time.\nFraternities take up lots of time that you should be devoting to studying.\nFraternities are highly anti-intellectual, and intellectual pursuit is the reason you are at college.\nFraternities promote disrespect for women and superficial relationships.\nFraternities promote excessive consumption of alcohol.
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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.
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Its a tremendous responsibility, but well worth it.  You learn how to get yourself up in the mornings, pay your bills each month, meet lots of new people, etc.  You don't want to live with your parents forever, and going to college is a great place to "test your wings."  You can always transfer to a smaller college closer to home if you find you took on too much too soon.\n\nGood luck!
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Going to college was one of the best things I've ever done with my life.  Besides learning valuable skills, study habits and general advanced knowledge, having a degree shows future employers that you are able to stick with something and complete the goals you have in life.  Congratulations on your decision to go to college!  Paying for college can seem daunting, but thousands of people have done it.  It's good that you're planning for this now, rather than waiting till the summer before you start classes in the fall.  I was able to complete my education without taking out loans, and though it was really hard, it was worth it after I graduated.  \n\nYou have several options to explore right now.  Talk now to the financial aid/scholarship departments at both of the colleges you are thinking about attending.  Lots of colleges have scholarship opportunities for their students, and its sometimes surprising how easy it is to get a scholarship.  You will probably be expected to write several essays, fill out tons of paperwork and/or be expected to major in a certain degree.  The college I went to even had scholarships for some of the students based on who their ancestors were...  You never know what you'll qualify for.  Because you're looking into this now, you'll have some time to complete any prerequisites, if necessary, and get to know how the grant program works at your school. \nSecond, take (and ace!) the SAT and ACT exams.  Start now by buying some books to prepare for these tests.  A lot of colleges will give students full or partial tuition breaks based on their high scores for the SAT or ACT exams in an effort to "lure" higher achieving students to their schools.  Aside from helping you get IN to the college, a good score can get you national scholarships/recognition, even if your HS grades aren't 100% stellar.  Your diversified classes in HS now will additionally help you in this area.\nAlso, plan on having a part time job from now until you graduate from college.  Even if you're only making $200 a month right now, put most of it in savings and don't think about it.  Having a few years of work experience now will help you land a higher paying job once you start college, which can seriously help with living expenses.  If you already know what you'd like to major in, visit that department on campus and ask around for jobs with various professors.  Not only do on campus jobs tend to pay a tiny bit more, the professors are also a LOT more flexible to plan your schedule around attending classes.  If you can work three two-hour shifts per day, rather than one four-hour shift, those two hours can really add up at the end of the week.  \nAnother thing to think about is NOT having a summer job.  Sounds counter-productive...  Taking off a Fall or Winter semester will usually give you 4 months where you can work off-campus (and live cheaply at home, if necessary) full time and make some extra cash.  Tons of college students go home for the summer term and home cities capatalize on the extra, cheaper labor during these times.  When the students go back to school in the Fall, part of their labor force is lost and better paying jobs may become available again.  Also, colleges loose at least half, if not more, of their student body during the summer.  In an effort to keep you there, classes are usually cheaper from May-August, which will help keept tuition costs down.  \n\nFinally, even though your sister didn't qualify for loans, if you're comfortable with the idea of having student debt, still apply for them through the Federal Student Aid program (FAFSA).  They may only grant partial tuition, but when you're a poor college student, every little bit may help.  Not applying merely means you are 100% guaranteed to not get any money.  \n\nHope this helps!  Good luck and happy learning!
106952
is one of the best in the world,and cheap,you could go to college for free
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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.
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College gives you opportunities that those without college connections do not have.\n\nBill Gates did not finish college, but it could have had an impression upon him that allowed him to be as successful as he had been.  His father went to college and was an attorney, so it had a bearing on his fate.\n\nWithout a degree, some doors will remain forever closed to those individuals without one. \n\nFriendships, networks, and marriage prospects are not available to you because you had not those experiences college students receive from getting educated.  Professors, and classmates play an important part of life's experiences.  I work in a hotel and have asked couples where they met...many reply ...we met in college.\n\nThere are mathematical formulas that tell how much money you will be able to earn by the more education you have.  \n\nI believe college teaches you some of the theories behind greatness, and gives you the tools and opportunities to become successful and being able to influence mankind.\n\nPolitics, artists, musicians, scientists, mathematics, economics, doctors, researchers, lawyers, professors, psychologists, all these require degrees of higher education beyond high school.\n\nWithout a degree those careers are impossible.
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Going to college full time, living on my own, working part-time and keeping up a committed, 4-year long-distance relationship at the same time.  These are more like medium-sized achievements but I'm the first in my family to go to college, not many people my age live by themselves, working is a necesity but it adds to the workload and the relationship part is difficult, but working out well.  It's all hard work.
415704
the best way i learned was finally goin to college it really helps if you have a degree not a diploma cause all a diploma is good for is to hang on your wall it proves you graduated but it doesnt mean your smart
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It depends on what you're majoring in.\n\nIf you can afford it you should go to a regular college.
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Advantages: Cheaper, save money, although you may be spending part of the savings on the commute.\n\nDisadvantages: You don't get to experience the full college experience. You have to do what your parents tell you, they may forget you have grown up. You don't get to be independent.\n\nI went away to school and it was the best thing I ever did, I graduated and I live at home now while I am saving up for a house, but I wouldn't trade going away for anything! It made me the sstrong independent person I am today.
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Go to a College or University.