In Andrew Kelly’s “The Cost of ‘Free’ College” he proposes why free college will not only lower standards and competition among colleges, but will weaken the university's stance on policy and redirect tuition expenses to taxpayers (39). Kelly explains the low price of college will only mean decreased quality of learning and regulated spending (39). A move of tuition to taxpayers will end in decreased significance in students, faculty and staff, and facilities (Kelly 39). Without rivalry from other schools, free institutions will falter and lose their credibility (Kelly 39). Kelly also believes that “free college would entail an unprecedented expansion of federal power over public colleges” (39).…
from home, extension of sports careers, or a start to the professions of their choice. There are also different ways to earn their way through college, whether it by athletic scholarships, academic scholarships, parents’ money, or even their own money. For those who have to pay their way in college, it is nerve racking to be responsible for paying the yearly costs of their education. Jon Marcus uses his article “The Reason College Costs More than You Think” to open the eyes of his audience about the reality of the extensive journey of college, and how time can influence the students’ thoughts in getting their degrees. The annual cost of college is…
My essay on tuition in America was graded on smartthinking by Ken F. Ken returned my essay with contructive critism concerning my supporting details and also my organization. Creating a working thesis is something that I struggle with when writing essays so I was not surprised by his critque. Ken said that I lack a clear thesis statement and that readers will not fully grasp the focus of my discussion. He also mentions that I should go on to present the main idea as the issue of higher education fees and my supporting points be the reason for each issue. I will use the example he provided to organize my thesis first then organize the rest of my essay…
“It’s just extremely disappointing and aggravating to have paid all that money and have nothing to show for it other than debt.” proclaimed Michelle Polyakov, an English graduate from Drake University. Polyakov obviously feels that college is not worth the cost and that all someone has to show for the education is debt. College has been deemed, by some, that it is not worth the cost because of the financial loss, the future job security, and the need for “blue collar” jobs. Finances, job security, and the need for manual laborers are all major factors in the debate of college and its cost. The reason being is because not all people are meant to go to college, or their situation just isn’t ideal. College is a privilege, and not every job requires you to have a higher form of learning, but most do. By viewing the debt of a student after graduation, the job security of graduates, and the need for manual laborers, one can infer that college is not worth the cost.…
There are a lot of people saying college degrees are overrated, and that they are more…
For as long as I can remember I have always dreamed of going to college after high school. To be a college student is something that is very important to me as well as being a college baseball player. There is nothing else I want more right now then to play baseball in college and get a degree. I have worked very hard for the past 12 years of my life, doing everything I need to do and am supposed to do. I have always gotten good grades and continuously stayed out of trouble, so that I am able to see my dreams finally come true and attend a college or university. College has now changed from what was once a dream of mine to now it is an expectation for me.…
There is no American dream that can be achieved because people aren’t able to get jobs today because of illegal people are taking the real American jobs and that we can’t do anything to stop them. “No person can maximize the American dream on minimum wage” by, Benjamin Todd Jealous. All the houses that people want to own are getting way too overpriced because of the society. You can’t find a good job when you get out of college because they are already taken and there are no other companies that could help get you a job. The last reason is that student debt is getting bad in the last couple of years because it is starting to get more expensive and people getting out of college have nothing to do since they don’t have any money to go anywhere or live anywhere.…
An experience that makes me proud during my first year of school was failing. It was a wake-up call, a realization that I could overcome a difficult obstacle due to the mistakes I had made. Therefore, I dedicated all my time to make-up all the classes I received low grades in. I pushed myself to persevere and not become a high school drop-out; I refused to be labeled a failure. I worked twice as hard in the classes I had received low grades; so when I was taking them again I would pass with a better grade I would be satisfied with. I managed my time efficiently to give myself enough time for each class and receive help when I asked certain teachers who offered tutoring. I took advantage of all extra credit assignments when offered, I believed…
Honestly, I know little to nothing about the cost of college, but I have seen the toll of it from my parents. With my sister already in her junior year in a state university, they’ve told me time and time again to save water and electricity to reduce the costs of the bills. When I asked about it they listed to me all the different types of expenses they’ve had to pay for my sister: housing, tuition, food, and clothing. As a high school senior about to graduate and about to go to college, my parents had to pool their savings and what other money they have so that they can brace themselves to support me as well when I continue my education. Although it will be me in campus doing all the work, the cost itself to get me there is a heavy burden…
Going to college is a scary experience for many students. The thought of going off to college to start their life can scares many students. There are many bumps in the road when it comes to finding the perfect college. To get over these bumps in the road students look for many aspects about the college of their choice. Many students want the college of their dreams to offer a lot of social activities to make many new friends, academic standards so that going to college will help them with their future, a reasonable cost so students don’t have to live with debt, and a great history so that their college and degree are respected by others.…
Many Americans have and will experience the struggle. The struggle, going to sleep hungry, no lights, living paycheck to paycheck. It is hard out here for a pimp. On top of that, the average American family is struggling or will struggle at least once a year. It is not fair to live this way as an American. America is the best country to live in, but there are so many of us who are losing towards this war on poverty. There are manifolds of reasons why America is losing this war towards poverty because of school debts, lack of affordable housing and low minimum wage.…
College is an experience that I feel everyone should have a chance, especially the American college experience coeds, parties, dorm life, and coeds. With college though also comes a lot of responsibility. It comes in the form school work. The work load in college can force you to stay up late into the night typing papers and studying for test. That and social life is all most college student have to deal with when away at school. Their commitment to their school only goes as deep as the price they pay for school. For a small percentage it goes farther than that. Student-athletes must represent their schools on the athletic field, while at the same time staying on track in the classroom, having some sort of social…
It is a common belief that each generation earns one more degree than their predecessors. However, women in developing nations are often denied opportunities for education. A lack of education often means limitation on opportunities for women worldwide. Education has played an essential role in the lives of the Martin women. With each generation, the level of education has improved, resulting in more economic independence.…
The college tuition is a common issue in the most families on the entire world. Many people care too much about the college cost after their kids’ graduation or their whole life for saving to the college tuition. The cost of tuition is out of control despite the enormous endowments that colleges are enjoying while others suffered to earn. I think college tuition has to be free, moreover, many good students that cannot afford the college tuition have the rights to study, and to have opportunity to accomplish their goals regardless of their family situation or their low income. So I believe that kids should be treated fairly and go to college. Many kids are very smart, but they don’t have money for an education.…
This year the average college student will graduate with at least $20,000 in student loan debt (College access and success). For years higher education has been worshiped with God like influence as a way to escape poverty and attain a career and live the American life. With the rising college tuitions it has become increasingly harder for the middle class to afford college and reap the benefits. Seven out of ten students, will have a burden over their shoulders for years to come as to how to repay the debt. Debt is no respecter of persons: business owners, single parents, teachers and seniors to this day are still constantly bombarded with debt.…