is community college classes easier than university?

Question

basic classes such as english, science, history, government, speech

Answer 1

No, not really. The nice thing about community college is the classes are smaller and your teacher can help you more.

Answer 2

Anyone that says they aren't any easier is probably attending community college and is listening a bit too much to their professors.

The fact is, YES community college is MUCH easier than a University. This of course is not a universal fact, but is true among the top tier (Top 100) national Universities.

Most companies won't even look at your application if you don't go to a school they recruit from. Even if they do, virtually all would rank a 3.15 GPA at a University over a 3.80 at a community college.

When it comes down to it... there's a reason some schools have stricter admission standards... if you're deciding between the two, do yourself a favor and go to the best school you get accepted to... it'll pay off in the long run (and be a lot more fun).

Answer 3

Yes they are but a degree from a university will certainly open more doors for you. You can take classes at a community college and then later transfer to a university, but not all of the credits are always accepted. If you are concerned about your grades, or if money is an issue a community college can be a good way to get your college education started, but If you can its best to go straight to a university.

Answer 4

Yes by leaps and bounds and in most every case. Exceptions being private 2 year colleges are a bit more rigorous than community colleges.

There are some low key universities, like University of Phoenix and such that offer online classes and zillions of campuses that are also pretty lax too.

Answer 5

Yes, the classes at community colleges are usually quite a bit easier than those at a university.

When I taught at community colleges, textbooks were covered at a much slower pace, and extra materials were not covered at all. Assignments were shorter and less involved, and discussion was at a lower level.

I've taught at university for a very long time now, and I would not use the syllabi I use for university classes at any community college. I would have to eliminate a lot of material, and cover everything more slowly.

Answer 6

I used to hear it said that community college (used to be called junior college) is like 13th and 14th grade. It's excellent for someone needing a little extra time getting ready for a transition to a higher level. Remember in college, no one tells you to get up & go to class or to do your homework, or call your parents or suspend you, etc - you're on your own. Universities are often overcrowded and more difficult to get individualized attention or help. Usually community colleges are more personal and offer more guidance in preparing you to go on if you choose to. An associate's degree may be enough for your future plans. See a guidance or career counselor for the proper direction. Good luck to you!

Answer 7

There is a huge difference. There's a lot of classes at community colleges that major universties won't give credit for. My ex got screwed with that, went to a CC for two years and when he went to apply to a known university here they only accepted a few of his classes for credit, so he was forced t go as a freshman.

Answer 8

Differences between Uni's and CC's Length of the term (semester or quarter) can make a difference in how well you absorb and remember information learned. Profs/Instructors at CC's really focus on teaching. At a Uni you may get a teaching assistant (TA) or the prof may be absorbed more in their research than their teaching. That said... the value and content of the class should be similar.

Answer 9

usually there aren't as many major assignments (essays, portfolios) at a community college as there are at a university.

Answer 10

nope, in michigan community college profs get paid more than a lot of university profs