Over the years, college has evolved from a choice made by some to an expectation for nearly everyone. At high school graduations, schools will even read off information about the colleges that students are planning to attend. Going to college has become the societal norm, to the point where it is almost strange, unwise, and often even unacceptable to decide against higher education.
[Read more…]The Entrepreneur
This is a quick look at something of a modern phenomenon, the Entrepreneur. There have always been enthusiastic and passionate business men and women. They are what keeps business trends diverse and surprising. Entrepreneurs are as old as business but the 21st century has truly embraced the whole concept as a career choice in itself.
[Read more…]Is College more expensive for women than men?
The college degree choices all have a fixed price. Whether you are male or female you will pay the same amount to attend college. This question is not about the upfront cost of college rather the hidden cost once both sexes have started work as graduates. The gender pay gap is still going strong and the big question is: Why?
[Read more…]Are college costs too high?
Determining whether college costs are too high depend on whether going to College is the best way for you to find a job, and whether that job pays enough, compared to your alternatives. Exploring whether to attend college or to choose an alternate route such as an apprenticeship, depends on an understanding of the kinds of jobs that will be in higher demand, eventually.
[Read more…]Can faculty salaries really be justified?
As I did my research on faculty salaries, I was filled with astonishment and outrage. I became certain that this was a slam dunk straight NO! No these faculty salary figures could never be justified – not when so many students are laden with tens of thousands of debt.
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