Most-popular reason for community college is a ReStart of degree plans?

Question

Front page of CT Post 6/1/07 has story about daughter who attended community college together with her father, graduates and will go on to 4-yr college - wow, what a story! Anyone else do this sort of thing?

Answer 1

I'm not sure this makes sense. I would say that the most popular reason for community college is that it is a relatively low-cost method of continuing education beyond high school.

Answer 2

That really depends on the community. Many kids right out of high school recognize the value of a community college--it is the best thing going for the price, and with the cost of 4 yr colleges soaring, it is a wise move. Older and working adults do often start at a community college. It is a great way to get restarted on a degree in a setting that tends to be more geared to re-entry, plus, a local college allows a person to continue working while he/she pursues a degree with courses at night or on weekends. Many community colleges have as much as 2/3 of their classes during non-traditional school hours. Community colleges also tend to have more support services, such as remedial courses, free tutoring, and career support, than 4 yr. schools. In addition, teachers at community colleges are teachers, not researchers, and they are there solely to help the students. Professors at universities are required to research and publish, detracting from the teaching aspect, and attracting those who really don't care about helping students.

All in all, a community college is a wonderful place to start, regardless of your plans.