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- Mom to Kids: Don't Go to CollegeMore and more college graduates are competing for jobs in the service industry and others can't find work at all. One mother doesn't encourage her children to focus on college and asks that they live at home instead.
- Rick Santorum Will Fight for Your Right to Have Uneducated ChildrenRepublican presidential candidate Rick Santorum accused President Obama of "snobbery" for saying that all children should have a college education. Does Santorum want American kids to be dumb?
- Why You Should Wait to Go to CollegeWhy you should consider waiting for college. For some, giving it an extra few months to a couple of years may be a good idea. Everyone is different, so if you have any hesitation or doubts, here are a couple of things to consider.
Don't Go to College! 5 Successful College Dropouts Who Turned Out OKIs college necessary to achieving success? Maybe not. Learn about five successful people who couldn't hack it in the hallowed halls of college. These famous dropouts prove that success doesn't always require a diploma.
Seven Tips for Going to College Without Owing Any MoneyFollow this guide for an indepth route to graduating from a university without taking out any federal or private loans.- California: Land of Opportunity for Older Adults Who Want to Attend CollegeIncreasing numbers of adults are going to college with special needs related to schedule and the availability of degrees that will lead to gainful employment. California has many options for these students.
- Why Not Go to College?There is no reason why people can't go to college because everyone has an opportunity.
- No YellingA short story
- Too Many Kids Are Going to College (and Other Unpopular Truths)In his book Real Education, controversial author Charles Murray takes aim at the "educational romanticism" that has so long defined educational goals and reforms in America.
New Study Shows College Not a Place for Same-Sex ExperimentationA new study shows that same-sex experimentation by women not as prevalent as once thought.- The Fantasy We Grew Up With -- go to College Advance Your CareerEverywhere you look the message is "go back to college". Is it really a good idea?
- Going to College with No MoneyQuestioning school based on your current financial status. When I graduated from high school I had nothing saved for college and a car payment and no real plan ahead of me. Here is how I went to school with nothing and live debt free today.
- Top Four Tips to an Optimal College ExperienceAn article about how to make the most out of your college experience.
- Where Not to Go to CollegePost-baccalaureate MBA program description: "Programs has allows students to best use of technologies, mentorship and practical street-learning that they can bring to their professional for individual growth as well as corporate productivity."
Pros and Cons of Attending a Private Art CollegeIn this article we explore the benefits and weaknesses of attending a private art college after you graduate high school.- How to Reduce College Tuition, Student Loan CostsLeaving the college-selection decision to Junior can be hazardous to your long-erm financial health. Community colleges should be considered to lower tuition and loan costs
- The Pros and Cons of Going to CollegeWhichever side you take, the following article will try to present the pros and cons of going to college in an unbiased approach.
- Four Reasons Why Parents Need to Continue Their EducationMany parents struggle meeting their family's needs, and college may seem like a good idea. College, however, with children can be incredibly difficult. Is it really worth it? Here are four reasons for parents to go to college.
- Why Your Excuses for Not Going to College Are No GoodCollege is a good idea, but so often people have excuses as to why they aren't attending. Here are some common excuses and why these excuses aren't any good!
- The Advantages of Taking Online College ClassesIf you want to go to college but are afraid of the constraints, think about taking online classes. There are many advantages for doing so.
- Quote Roundup: Are You Working in the Field You Went to College For?We asked Associated Content contributors whether they are working in the field they went to college for. Here is a selection of their answers:
- Inspiring Students to Choose CollegeAn article about choosing college for high school students.
Why You Should Live at Home While Going to CollegeWhen starting college you need to decide if you want to live in a dorm or stay at home with your parents. Here are some major disadvantages of living in a dorm and some reasons why you should live at home.- Should I Take Out a Student Loan, Do I Need to Go to College, Can I Afford to Go to College?Every year many high school graduates ask should I take out a student loan, do I need to go to college, can I afford to go to college, how much will it cost and how should I pay for it? is it worth it? Here is my take on the subject.
Don't Go to College for the Wrong ReasonsMany high school students expect to go to college right out of high school, but they should examine their reasons for attending. It could be that college is not right for them.
Book Review: Generation X Goes to College: An Eye-Opening Account of Teaching in Postmodern America by Peter SacksReview of the book Generation X Goes to College by Peter Sacks. Sacks tells of his experiences as a college teacher, and laments the poor attitudes of students. Having taught college myself, I find more to agree than disagree with in this book.
Does it Matter Where You Go to College: Opinions of a College RecruiterDoes it matter where you go to college? Do you have an advantage in your career by going to one college over another? A list of reasons why it does matter from a college recruiter.- Go to College or Not to Go to College, that is the QuestionAre you really ready for college or would you prefer a different life option? You do not have to go to college to have a good life, but you do have to attend college if you want certain career choices.
- The Econmoical Costs of CollegeAll about my personal decision to go to college based on the accounting, opportunity, transaction and social costs.
Going to College with a Disability- Tips for SuccessCollege can be a difficult time of transition anyway, but when you have a disability, it can be even harder! Here is some advice, as how I made it work for me, and I hope you can also have a positive experience if you decide to go on to college.- Can You Afford to Go to College?Many students decide to go to college for many different reasons. However, many do not consider the very important question of affordability.
- The Advantages of Attending CollegeAttending college is a very important decision. Sometimes this decision can be one of the toughest decisions a person has to make. Learn the advantages of attending college!
- How to Go to College Without LoansThink you have to have a loan to college? Well, you don't and here are some ways to pay for your (or your child's) education without breaking the bank.
- Avoid the College TrapPerhaps the worse advice to give many kids is "Go to College."
- What Motivates You to Go to College?An overview of the various reasons that people are motivated to go to college and their given viewpoints on a college education.
- Should I Go to College?How many of you have asked yourself this question? Should I go to college? It is not an easy question to answer especially with the economy of today.
- Going to College: What Every High School Senior Should KnowThree things every high school senior should know before they go to college this Fall: finish your degree, complete your prerequisites early in your college education, and meet with an academic adviser.
- It's Never Too Late: Top Reasons to Go to CollegeIf you are like me and decided NOT to go to college right after high school, but have been thinking about going, here are some great reasons for you to consider.
- College for Everyone! a Better Solution that Might Really WorkA look at options for guaranteeing access to college without raising costs for parents and increasing the opportunities for students.
- How to Cope with Your Child's Refusal to Go to CollegeHere are some tips to guidance on how to handle your child's decision not to attend college.
