Being a full-time student and having two part-time jobs seem legit. When people hear about what I do for a living and keep going to school, they think I have a lot of money and that paying for college is going to be a piece of cake. That assumption is wrong. People forget that I have bills to pay. I am a labeled as “middle class” and get no financial aid like the Pell Grant or the California Grant. Applying to different universities I was scared that I would get any financial aid and I would have to take out loans. I applied to Lesley University, was accepted, and to top of I received the Presidential. I was so ecstatic because I had never received a scholarship this big in my life. I thought to myself I can go to college. Lesley University
I am blessed to have grown up in a stable two parent household. Unfortunately, my parents just cannot help pay for my college education. Therefore, I worked over 40 hours a week in the summer along with constantly applying for scholarships. I did this in hope that I would be able to save and pay for my college education at a private school. Notably, I payed for my first semester.
Every child at some point in their lives dream about becoming a rock star, doctor or an astronaut, but the career that stands out the most is becoming a professional athlete. Why? One reason could be the ever increasing media coverage on each individual sport with certain channels devoted for just that particular sport, keeping viewers updated and thirsting to get out and play. Another could be the ease of getting out in the backyard as a kid to shoot the basketball, throw a football, or hit a baseball because it is harder to perform heart surgery or fly to the moon when you're only a child. With that being said; it is easy to look up to a professional athlete and put your heart and soul into them wearing
College sports have gained a lot of positive attention over the past couple of years due to the athletes’ passion and desire for the sports. Being nationally televised and making it deep into big tournaments can rack up a lot of wealth that colleges and universities can respectively cash in. Only the schools and sponsors of these profiting tournaments and bowl games collect the profits that athletes bring in and it is not fair. The athletes do not garner any benefits for the timeless hours and dedication they put into their sports. College athletes should be paid because they bring in an extensive amount of money and publicity to colleges and
The for-profit college and university (FPCU) is an institutional type that “’do[es]’ education or schooling but also ‘behave[s]’ like a business, while preparing students for occupational roles (Hentschke, Lechuga & Tierney, 2010, p. 2). This paper will discuss history; cite changes in curriculum, degree offerings, and institution classification; and explore current issues of financial viability, accreditation, and fraudulent practices of the for-profit college.
Most of us have watched a college sporting event at one point or another in our life. Few people actually know and are aware of all the hard work, and dedication college athletes put towards their sport. However, they do not receive a compensation for their hard work. These Athletes are sometimes mistreated physically and mentally, yet the debate over whether or not to pay college athletes is a big debate.
Presently, the availability of educational opportunities at the college and university level is a critical state and personal interest given the needs of the state for a well-educated workforce which has never been greater. Too many, the focal point of attending college is receiving a high paying job in the future. Unfortunately, in most states, tuition is on the rise and students who come from low-income families find themselves struggling to fund their education. According to legislatures, “The cost of college in New Jersey, as in the nation, continues to grow faster than the rate of inflation.” (State of New Jersey 1). In the national financial aid policy resources that are typically given to the neediest families are shifting towards
My journey to become a teacher started ten years ago. I earned my associates degree from Chemeketa Community College, while supporting myself financially with both part and full-time work, and also serving in the Oregon National Guard. Over the next two years, I obtained my bachelor’s degree from Warner Pacific College, and worked as a substitute para-educator in multiple school districts. I am now on track to earn my Masters of Education in Elementary Education from Grand Canyon University, which I am currently enrolled. I have maintained a 3.97 GPA without incurring any student loan debt.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form used to determine a student’s need under the federal methodology to determine eligibility for federal Pell Grants and Stanford student loans. What is very important and under discussed it the federal government’s opinion is that paying for college education is the student parent’s primary responsibility. Federal student aid isn’t distributed on whether or not parents want to pay for education; it all depends on if they can. Parents have many reasons for not contributing to their child’s education. This refusal let students with costly options to finance their education, since the primarily solution is to take out loans. The federal government should create more resources for students
Paying for college has become an increasing problem through the years. Many students have been graduating from college with a significant amount of debt that is restricting their freedom for years afterward. The purpose of going to college has remained as wanting an extended education after high school. This education granting you access to a huge variety of careers to partake in. With the rise in college expenses, the negative effects have outweighed the benefits, of ever seeking further education.
There is no escaping the fact that the cost of college tuition continues to rise in the United States each year. To make it worse, having a college degree is no longer an option, but a requirement in today’s society. According to data gathered by the College Board, total costs at public four-year institutions rose more rapidly between 2003-04 and 2013-14 than they did during either of the two preceding decades (Collegeboard.com). Students are pressured to continue into higher education but yet, the increasing costs of books and tuition make us think about twice. Sometimes, some of these students have to leave with their education partially finished, leaving them with crushing debts. It is important to find the means to prevent these
College tuition is a subject that I am certain is on every college student's mind. The current cost of college has become so outrageously high and so students are graduating college with what you think is a feeling of excitement for their lives starting, when in reality they are entering a pool of stress due to high amounts of debt and no job guarantees. With that being said overly expensive College Tuition is merely taking away opportunities from potential students. According to Collegefactual.com, you will see that 20 years ago the average college tuition for a student at any University was around $6,285 for the room, board, and tuition. Today, according to Niche.com, the average tuition for almost any college is over $30,000 for those same things. Today, this isn't even offered for those same colleges, we don’t even know what is actually causing the raising tuition. At this point in time, we are paying for the name. Just like clothing, we pay more for the “high end” (a.k.a the college name) items. This is an issue that not only affects college students, but people who want a good education. College tuition should be lowered because the average student debt is too high, FAFSA results can be misleading and not high enough, and there is not enough access to college for deserving students.
lot of dollars for an unemployed family man or woman with little or no income.
Paying for college may be a difficult process for many. There’s numerous things to worry about such as paying too much money, a large amount of debt and also those who aren’t financially stable worry about the lack of money they have to pay for college. This essay will illustrate how students can fund their college education by scholarships, private student loans, and a part time job.
Going to school and trying to afford it can be a financially draining experience, and I know that from experience. Our government has made many relevant changes thus far to better support students, but much more can still be done. With rising tuition costs and not enough government aid, more and more students are forced to take out loans in order to pay for continuing education. These loans later become a huge financial burden, some totaling near $30,000. If the dream of a college education is dependent upon access and affordability, how are young people supposed to continue their education and plan a future, when the cost of tuition is through the roof? Because higher education supports our economy, the government should be expected
For the average student, college consists of more than just midterms, instant noodles, and caffeine; it’s unique relationships, lightbulb moments, and a tool to spark a lifetime of learning. Unfortunately, there are many young adults who struggle to decide between the workforce and higher education. To them, the stress is too much to append to their current life, and a degree isn’t worth the debt. The underlying fact is that the financial burden of university is crippling students nationwide. Factors like FAFSA criteria, federal loopholes, and the misleading of the youth make up a problem with an unclear solution.