Is College Really Good Enough??

So who are the lucky ones when it comes to college? Everyone expects you to go to college, but is it good enough? This is a very important question when thousands of dollars are involved. People also invest many years into college and they want to get something out of it besides debt. There’s always two sides right? Well the same goes for college. College has pros but it also has cons; I think it depends on the person and their intentions.

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When I was in high school, everyone told you that you had to go to college to be successful. I wouldn't fully agree with them. Some jobs require a degree which makes college worth it. Some jobs don’t require a degree and that can save you four years and thousands of dollars. Not everyone is suited for college. A high school student who never studies and don’t care about school should not go to college. College is a totally different ball game from high school and it’s harder. If a student didn't care in high school, they’re going to find college to be hard. It’s much better for a high school senior to get training for a particular job than go into college and drop out. They could be making money doing something they’re good at instead of wasting money and hating their college experience. Ramesh Ponnuru brought up the question of whether we should help more kids go to college or make it easier for those without a degree to make a living. We need those people without a degree. We need plumbers, constructors  garbage men, and etc. We shouldn't make people think they have to go to college when they can be successful without it.

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When our economy was in a good state, a bachelor’s degree did pretty much guarantee a job. Now, our economy is on a downward spiral. The economy is bad and it’s hard to find jobs, even with a college degree. “Why your college degree isn’t enough” points out that obtaining a degree no longer sets you apart from the pack. A bachelor degree is now compared to having a high school diploma. That’s why it’s important to know what you want to do with your life. People need to be informed of their field. Why waste a lot of money and time if it isn't required? 58 percent of recent college students are unemployed. In our economy, finding a job is tough stuff. Jordan Wiseman wrote about the number of graduating college students compared to the number of jobs available. The jobs just aren't there. That’s why I don’t understand why the government pushes everyone to go to college. The government is giving out money that people are going to waste. Many graduating college students will get a job at a place Buffalo Wild Wings or Starbucks. Their degree is useless and they don’t have a good enough job to pay back loans and live off of. 58 percent sure is a scary statistic. What’s even scarier is that most incoming freshman drop out before graduation. That is because college isn't for everyone.

Many employers take experience over a college degree. They want someone who they don’t have to teach. That doesn't have to be a bad side to college. College offers the opportunity for volunteer work. There are many organizations and departments that allow students the chance to get the experience they need in their field. Anthony Balderrama describes how an education is often a perquisite for landing a job interview. If a person can say they have a degree and experience they have much higher chances than those without any experience.  That also comes back to some people don’t need college. If on the job training is all someone needs for a job, why spend four years in college and spend thousands of dollars. There are so many other options besides college. Technical schools and on the job training are available for many jobs. That is the best bet for a lot of people. Colleges see money signs. They lower their requirements for admission so everyone can get in. College is extremely hard to make it through and colleges give the wrong impression by lowering the requirements. When a high school student applies for college, they think since they can get in that they can graduate. That just isn't the case. Some professors make their courses too easy and some give good grades to help their student out. I personally don’t want to spend four years in college and not learn anything. Gary Gutting says,” College and universities have no point if we do not value the knowledge and understanding to which their facilities are dedicated”. Employers want smart, intellectual, and professional people. If someone keeps good grades and learns to their best ability it will show. College can help a person to mature and cope with pressure. College can be very stressful and will teach students how to make it through those hard times. People can learn time management if they follow their schedule in college. I believe people get out of college what they put into it. Some students only put in enough time to get by. Students don’t study like they should or look for opportunities to get experienced in their field. The time people waste could be used to help them get a job later.

Colleges offer a variety of courses, but are they all useful? I don’t believe taking a zumba or scuba diving course will help you get a job if you want to be a lawyer. Many people attend college for the wrong reasons. They enroll in college to take fun courses and party. Partying and making good grades usually don’t happen. Partying is a major reason of why students flunk out of college. When this occurs college isn't worth it. People can party and hold down a job without attending college. College is supposed to be a learning environment. Sure, college is about meeting people but meet people who can help you later. One of the great things about college is you meet people who know people. If you’re a nursing major, you might meet friends who can help you get hired at a hospital. College is great as long as you use it the right way.

In conclusion, I believe College has pros and cons. Everyone is different so it affects others differently. We shouldn't push anyone to do anything. What’s right for us may not be right for them. My dad never went to college. He is a mechanic on eighteen-wheelers and he makes a good bit of money. My boyfriend got his GED and never went to college. He works and builds power lines, which pays great! I’m attending college but what’s right for me wasn't right for them. I think people should make their own decisions about college and careers. Now that having a college degree doesn't guarantee a job, more people should consider the other options that work best for them. Not everyone should go to college. Not everyone can get a job with a college degree but we still need people to go after the jobs that don’t require a college degree. People who build roads don’t have to have a degree but we need them for the surgeons to get to the hospital they work at. I hope this article encourages people to dig deeper and make the decision that’s right for them. College isn't always the best option!

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