Introduction

In the early days of higher education it seemed only the rich or extremely intelligent could go to college. As we have progressed as a country that standard has changed and colleges have been made more accessible to anyone who wants to go. College has become a standard of success that stating that those who go to college are more successful than those who don’t.

Times have changed. Today, as budgets are being cut and inflation is rising, is it still worth it to go to college? The amount of debt an average college student accumulates while in school compared to the amount of money they will likely make after graduation is overwhelming.

Has the power of the college degree lost some of its luster? Would it be more economically sound for someone to go to a trade school or receive some sort of specialized training? Then they could enter the workforce faster and more efficiently while at a cheaper cost.

More simply, is the typical college experience still worth the bang of its buck? The benefits of the complete higher education experience needs to be explored. College is one of the most exciting times in a young person’s life. It is an institution to continue your education while making the friends and memories of a lifetime. For those unsure what they want to do, it is a great place to find you and experience a million different things.

This blog will take a look at college from all angles, both good and bad; from the endless possibilities of education and experience to the stress of being overworked and underfunded. High School seniors teetering on the brink of their education future let this be a guide to balance their options and help make their decision.