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English 102 Feb 22, 2022
Rhetorical Analysis
By: Mary C. Daly and Leila Bengali
Is a Collage Education worth the Money?
“Is A College Education Worth the Money?” This is a question that many students ponder
before enrolling in college. Students are accustomed to preparing for college following high
school these days. Some students are unsure whether they want to attend college, yet it would be
beneficial to them. The value of obtaining a graduate degree is that it allows us to pursue a
profession in our field of study. "While the value of college is obvious, determining whether it is
worthwhile requires balancing the value against the costs of attending." Although a college
degree is worth the time and effort, it is not worth the money. To begin with, the expense of a
four-year college degree is well worth it. A college education is beneficial to many, despite the
objections of some. If people believe that education is an investment, they will have skepticism
when it does not seem to be paying off. It should be viewed as a tool for both personal and
professional growth (Mary C. Daly and Leila Bengali). Alternatively, it is an unworthy
opportunity to invest in one's future to have a stable job. To promote college education as a
worthwhile investment, it is necessary to explain how it benefits both personal and professional
development (Bowen & Fincher, 2018).
For example, after a college education is pursued, there is the benefit of networking and
socializing. People from all levels of society share a common goal at most colleges and
universities, where students come from a wide range of backgrounds. Social interaction teaches
them how to get along with those who hold differing viewpoints on a wide range of issues in life,
whether they share those viewpoints or not (Black & Jamieson-Proctor, 2018). Personal growth
can be seen in the rapidity with which students learn about other people's beliefs and practices
that are different from their own. To put it another way, college graduates are more likely to be
able to adapt to a diverse world, which means they are better equipped to contribute to society.
"Is a College Education worth the Money?" asks the author of the article. By Mary C.
Daly, he refutes the notion that college education is necessary for pupils. Especially if he attends
a private school, where the sticker price may exceed $50,000 per year, tuition, lodging, and
board can quickly add up. In-state tuition at many public colleges and universities can reach well
over $20,000 per year. Even though the cost of a college education has risen over the past
decade, inflation has not increased the cost of tuition, room, and board. Knox's net pricing
(which includes tuition, room and board, and other fees) has increased in lockstep with inflation
over the last decade. Because of scholarships, federal financial aid, and institutional aid, most
students who attend college do not pay the full sticker price. " Average tuition at Knox is
$20,804 per year, and 98 percent of our students receive financial aid or merit awards; the
national average is $16,164 per year.
Students who attend college benefit from increased employment opportunities because the
educational setting gives them the opportunity to learn about the working world and make career
decisions based on their personal preferences. A college degree provides opportunities for
professional advancement; thus, it is helpful. However, there is a distinction to be made between
a career opportunity and a career assurance (Black & Jamieson-Proctor, 2018). While some
people go to college with an open mind, others expect education to provide them with a way of
life, and failure to satisfy their expectations can lead to frustration, leading to the belief that it is
unworthy. A college education broadens students' career options because it teaches students how
to successfully negotiate the working world while also allowing them to focus on what they are
interested in.
The National Education Longitudinal Study of 1988 was used to analyze wages variations
by gender, race, educational achievement at the sub-baccalaureate level, and employment.
Workers with a sub-baccalaureate education were subjected to ANOVA and logistic regression
analysis. When comparing those with only a high school diploma to those with postsecondary
certificates or associate degrees, statistically significant economic gains were found (an increase
in annual earnings of $5,500 to $6,200). Postsecondary certificates and associate degrees did not
have statistically significant earnings returns at the 95 percent confidence level when compared
to those who had graduated from high school.
As a result of its inability to quantify the high costs of specific courses, a college degree
may be questioned in its value (Lile, Ottusch, Jones, & Richards, 2018). Certain professions may
cost a lot of money to get into, but they do not show up on income statements because it takes a
long time for the money to be repaid. College education has its drawbacks, and these drawbacks
are sometimes considered as features of it that are unworthy. These obstacles must be accepted
and tackled as part of the process of obtaining a tertiary education. According to the findings of
this study, educators and policymakers should urge all students to complete their high school
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education. In addition, policymakers should step up efforts to lower high school dropout rates so
that all young individuals obtain the credential linked to higher earnings potential and have fewer
chances of engaging in criminal conduct or other problematic or maladaptive behaviors.
In conclusion, education is important because it promotes growth in both the individual and
the workplace. Although students face difficulties, these issues should serve as a basis for
declaring postsecondary education ineffective. The high cost of a college education should not be
a criterion used to classify information as valuable in terms of long-term returns in some cases,
therefore. To make learning easier and more useful for all college students, the difficulties should
be addressed in a big way. When arguing that a college degree is not worth it, a comparison of
the advantages and disadvantages is necessary. As a result, it would be easier and more feasible
to demonstrate that the benefits outweigh the downsides, demonstrating that a college education
is worthwhile.
References:
Black, Trevor S., and Romina Jamieson-Proctor. "Is it worth the effort? Evaluating a Third
Generation Research Method for a Third Generation Approach to the First Year
Experience in Higher Education." Australian Journal of Teacher Education 43.9 (2018):
6.
Lile, Joy R., et al. "Understanding college-student roles: Perspectives of participants in a high
school/community college dual-enrollment program." Community College Journal of
Research
and Practice 42.2 (2018): 95-111.
Bowen, Howard R., and Cameron Fincher. "Is Higher Education Worth the Cost?" Investment in
Learning
. Routledge, 2018. 431-448.