The American Community College

In high school, students have the tendency to think that community college is something that is bad. In “Confessions Of A Girl Who Was ‘Too Smart For Community College’,” Chelsea Fagan talks about how in school, she had a hard time in school with her grades and how her school showed off kids that went to college on a bulletin board. She tried everything to avoid going to a community college. Only for the reason that there was a “stigma” on how community colleges are mostly frowned upon or even laughed at (Fagan). Being rejected from many colleges she then convinced herself that she was too smart to go to a community college. Later on she reluctantly went to community college expecting it to be terrible. She quickly realized that community college was a great place to be. Later on, this gave her opening to go to other places. She closes off with her stating how community college is a great place financially and also a great place to mature. In “Confessions Of A Girl Who Was ‘Too Smart For Community College,’” Chelsea Fagan’s simple structure and casual tone make it easy for a reader to understand her main point, and I agree with her concerns on the reproach of community college, but she never really explained why community college was great other than her thoughts on it being cheaper making her argument a little weak.

First they reveal that there is not enough information available for prospective students to research possible colleges to decide if that institution would be beneficial for them (Pg.220, Para.1). They proceed to document several efforts that attempt to solve this problem, such as the College Scorecard and PayScale college rankings (Pg. 220, Para.3). However they claim that these efforts are not enough and more must be done. The authors insist that in addition to providing information, students need assistance with increasing the ROI of their college education. They suggest that colleges should work to ensure that more of their students graduate (Pg.221, Para. 3). Also, students should have help discovering how much financial aid they are eligible for, as they often underestimate the amount they could earn (Pg. 122, Para. 2). Owen and Sawhill reveal that future college students are often confused when it comes to choosing an institution and finding help to graduate and pay tuition. Therefore they use pathos to connect with their reader’s compassion for these students. Suggestions on how to assist these students are offered. Overall the argument is strengthened as the authors unveil certain needs of students through

Acceptance into an Ivy League University is often considered the pinnacle of educational achievement. Thousands of students from around the country stress and panic, thinking that their future success is based on their acceptance into elite universities. Frank Bruni aims to change those beliefs and give parents and students some peace of mind in: Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be: an Antidote to the College Admissions Mania. Bruni explains in his book that, “where we go to college will have infinitely less bearing on our fulfillment in life than so much else: the wisdom with which we choose our romantic partners; our interactions with the communities that we inhabit; our generosity toward the families we inherit and the families that we make.”

College: What is Was, Is and Should Be, by Andrew Delbanco takes both a historical and analytical approach to the evolution of higher education institutions in the United States. While thought provoking, some of his views balance on the verge of extremity. Many colleges provide students with the skills necessary for what is happening in society at that moment. This is exemplified in how the application process has changed from the earliest colleges to today. Also, when colleges were first introduced into society, students were recommended by members of society to attend a school, which is much different than the process today. Another aspect of what Delbanco discusses in his book is the disparity between a small liberal arts college and

The decision making process on what college to attend can be stressful. For some, the deciding factor can be where they get the better offer for sports, such as Butler Community College, or where is closer to home, like Wichita State University. When the time comes to have this tough, and extremely long, process come into play, look at the pros and cons of the college choices and how each one can benefit life after college. What institution can you get out of as much as you put in? Which college has the degree completion plan you are wanting to pursue? These questions weighs in all incoming college students minds who strive for that goal of success that is a college degree. Despite bearing some minor similarities, the differences

Chapter 1 begins with a question directed to us students on a personal level; it also asks us what we know about writing, basically, college level writing. Furthermore, the book mentions to evoke memories of how were you involved in the aspect of writing. Memories such as friends, classmates, coworkers, past college classes, T.V shows, books etc.

In the past, community colleges used to be lowly reputed due to the claim that they offered less education than the customary 4-year universities. In this regard, four-year universities were believed to be more prestigious possessing feasible professional preparation than community colleges. However, with the current universities’ prices increase, and community colleges amplification of their study’s fields and enhanced quality; those, have brought considerable transformations in the arena of higher education. Thus, this essay explores the reasons for attending a community college instead of a four-year university college.

Because community colleges are serving a wide variety of population with different needs, they have to make sure that each needs are fulfill and most important the mission is being carried out. “The students who attend to upgrade their skills for a particular job, students who are pursuing an associate degree to transfer to a 4-year institution, and students who attend to pursue a hobby (such as learning a language); the educational outcomes of community college students reflect this diversity” Students at Community Colleges. (n.d.). The purpose of the article was to inform the public about African American and Latina/o students who attend community colleges and the success and knowledge that they gain reflects on how well the overall experience at the community college have prepared them for the real world and their future.

Choosing a college as a future student is a difficult process for some. There are certain qualities that must meet every student’s needs. For example, how far away from home is it or how big of a school it is. Many colleges are more similar than most know. While differences can be found between colleges, similarities can be found between Indiana University, Bloomington (IU) and The Ohio State University (OSU).

Although most universities’ applications require high ACT/SAT scores and extensive essays, it does not necessarily mean only the “smart kids” get into universities or that the students there get a better quality education. Before this may have been true but changes have been made so that community colleges now require most professors to have a masters or doctoral degree. This means

During their senior year of high school, many students have one thing on their mind: applying to colleges. Considering the sheer number of colleges and education options, there’s certainly no shortage of opportunities for students filling out applications. However, how do students know they’re making the right choice when deciding where to go after high school? The article “Should US Colleges Be Graded by the Government?” by Haley Sweetland-Edwards talks about the possibility of colleges being “graded” based on graduation rates, tuition costs, amounts of students receiving financial aid, and wages of graduates as a way to evaluate the performance of colleges and universities across the United States. More importantly, the article discusses the negative impacts this grading system may have on both universities and students.

One of the key components in higher education enrollment management in a public, four-year university is the admissions process. With encouragement from many sources such as friends, family, and college marketing materials, high school juniors and seniors apply and enroll in college by the thousands each year (McDonough, 1994). College choice is greater now than twenty years ago, but finding the right fit for each potential student is harder due to increased college entrance standards and intense competition between institutions. Applicants now are more likely to apply to many more institutions than previous generations, yet still only attend

This idea brought us to a more relatable, modern situation. Caroline Sachs, an above-average high schooler, was trying to decide which college to attend, University of Maryland or Brown University. The challenge of picking which school she should go to was most difficult. The majority of students wouldn’t even think twice about it because attending the school with a better reputation would look better on a job application, right? No.

The critic is addressing the validity of the rankings because the results of this annual report are somehow superficial. Results are not based on the education outcomes these students received nor on how successful students become after graduating from these institutions, instead, it merely takes into consideration the colleges economic and reputational characteristics.

The purpose of this research is to objectively identify the various flaws of the College Ranking system and find practical solutions to improve the methodology of College Rankings. I researched data from numerous articles and found a general consensus among scholars that: 1) there is no such thing as a perfectly objective college ranking methodology. 2) The two most popular college ranking systems: US news, and Forbes have profoundly misguided college ranking methodology. 3) Due to the market of Supply And Demand College rankings fill a strong consumer demand for information about institutional quality, and as such, are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Furthermore, a majority of authors offered different ways to communicate the same