Is College Worth It?

Is College Worth It?
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Is College Worth It?
Every person starts their life with a dream. When asked what they would want to be when they grow up, children never lack the words to answer this question. Initially, the dream always had college education in it, however, as some grow older, they realize that college education is not a path they wish to take. Some want to start their own businesses, others want to follow in their parents’ footsteps and get involved in agriculture, while others believe that college is a waste of their four years. First of all, it is essential to understand that everyone has their own preferences, and on most occasions, they always seem to supersede the needs and wishes of others. The above statement simply means that the wishes of students need to be considered whenever this discussion arises. Since time immemorial, college has been considered as an investment and true to these words, it has always been a good choice for students. However, there have been debates and arguments which seem to suggest that recently, college education has been anything but a wise investment. On the contrary, evidence seems to suggest otherwise and this article will help to set the record straight.
First of all, people need to ask themselves whether the benefits of attending college still outweigh the costs involved. Evidence confirms that the cost of getting a college education keep soaring and with it the cost of living. It is also true that the rate of graduates who are underemployed is rising steadily. However, despite the above, Abel a...