2006-11-13 10:54:18 · 9 answers · asked by AAA 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I went to a community college first. It's cost-effective and after 2 yrs, you have a degree to show for it. If you change your major, no big deal. CC is where you can find yourself. Also if you are an adult student, you may feel more comfortable in a CC.
If you go to a university, after 2 yrs, you have nothing but credits. If you change your major, you just wasted a bunch of money. But there is the whole "college experience" which includes fraternities/sororities and living on campus.
2006-11-13 15:19:51 · answer #1 · answered by Inquiring Mind 19 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your grades are currently fine to go straight into a university. If money is an issue, than CC is definitely the way to go. CCs are extremely inexpensive and you will be able to finish off your GE before paying full tuition for just 2 years instead of 4 at a university. If money isn't an issue, it just takes that factor out of the decision. If you think you may want to continue on to graduate school once you're done with a Bachelor's, I would recommend a CC. CC classes are generally much easier to get good grades in (although they can be too easy), which will bolster your GPA more, which graduate schools will look at. I went straight into a 4 year (a CSU actually), and despite my GPA not being perfect, I'm very happy with my decision. The social atmosphere of college is equally huge as it develops your communication skills well beyond a classroom. To be successful in the real world, one must be a very effective communicator.
2016-03-28 04:44:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This really depends on the student. Most JCs and Community Colleges are much less costly than a state university, so that's one good reason to start at a JC/CC. The first two years are usually general education courses anyway. It's really the last two years that count towards the major. So, if you're not sure what you want to study or what career to pursue and if finances are a concern, then the JC/CC is probably the best route. Besides, you can later transfer to a prestigious university and get their high $$ value name on your diploma for half the cost of someone who went for 5-6 years (the average timne it takes now to get a 4 year degree).
2006-11-13 11:08:57 · answer #3 · answered by airpocket2002 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
it depends on the quality of the junior college...most are ok but some need help and others are almost as good as the universities around them. it also does depend on whether or not you know what you want to do...why pay $5000+ a year when you can pay less than half of that at a junior college and discover your passion just the same...but if you want a full blown college adventure, go to the university...
2006-11-13 11:06:17 · answer #4 · answered by avettobe13 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I went straight to a 4yr, so that i could have grad students that could barely speak english teach me the basic courses like physics, chemistry, math, etc.
If i had to do it over again i would go to the junior college to save some money.
But just keep your eyes on the prize, i think it is easier to get discouraged if you do the 2+2 plan
2006-11-13 11:04:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, if you can get in to your college of choice go straight ahead. A junior college is only for people that need an extra boost. Dont worry about money. Apply to scholarships.
2006-11-13 11:04:45 · answer #6 · answered by Julio Cesar C 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Whatever is most comfortable for the student. Nothing wrong with a junior college and tranferring, even after a year or even a semester.
2006-11-13 10:58:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i would rather go straight to a university
2006-11-13 14:26:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
straight to a unviersity...the whole junior college thing is really dumb
2006-11-13 11:23:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋