College has become a very controversial topic throughout the past few years. Many people have began to question if it truly is worth it and try to compare the outcomes of attending college. The importance of education has constantly been forced onto me, and I have heard nothing but positive opinions on it throughout my upbringing. My parents, teachers, and many other influences have consistently told me to attend college which is completely understandable considering the positive outcomes of it. Attending college significantly improves your opportunity for success. It gives you a massive difference for the flexibility in jobs and increases the chances of having a higher income than those who did not attend college. College not only helps financially, but it also gives students lessons and experiences that will last a lifetime. On the other hand, college will inevitably come with several difficulties such as stress. A study found that one in five undergraduates felt severely stressed, and that number has significantly increased in past years. It has a large possibility of causing financial issues as a UCLA student claims she was “drowning in debt.” The stress and pressure in college not only impacts students physically, but also mentally. There have been many students found to have depression within colleges, claiming that the stress of academics is a leading cause of it. Although college can most definitely help towards a better future, there are still many negative aspects that should be taken into
consideration. I’ve been told my whole life that college leads to nothing but great things, but overtime I’ve learned that it may not necessarily be true. Although I do plan to attend college, I do often question whether it is truly worth it, and observe the pressure it has had on current students.
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/16/opinion/college-useful-cost-jobs.html
I think that it is very important to take into consideration whats more important to you and what you can handle as a person. On one hand a college education seems like the better choice until you weigh the cons which make college not seem worth it.
ReplyDeleteDespite the stress and financial burdens that may result from college, I still think that everyone should try to get a college education. I don't think someone can necessarily have a stable future without one. You can point out the few people who became billionaires without finishing college or without even going beyond high school. The chances of that happening isn't very high, though. I also think there's more to a college education than just getting a good job after. Gaining knowledge about something that you're actually interested in is enough. I guess what it really comes down to is the life a person wants to live, and there isn't a wrong or right way to live it.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with Emily. Although college is a financial burden in most cases, you have to be willing to invest in yourself and your education to further ensure your success. In modern society, it’s highly unlikely to be successful without obtaining a college degree. Also, just as you mentioned, college isn’t just about the education. The lessons you learn from it are important and may impact your life significantly.
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