why go t ocollege
...p necessary skills in reasoning, tolerance, and communication. These skills help a person resolve conflict. A college education helps a person to see others viewpoints and to get along in better in their personal and professional lives. A college graduate is a well rounded person. There are more economic opportunities for a college graduate. People earn more money because of the levels of education they acquire. On an average over a lifetime a person who just goes two years to college earns $250,000 more than a high school graduate. The average salary for a college graduate is $42,000 while a high school graduate only averages $25,000 a year. People with a college degree are three times more likely to never be unemployed and have a greater chance of finding a job because of their skill levels. The benefits of going to college extend beyond having a job and earning money. College graduates benefit socially too. While attending college they grow personally through meeting people, making friends, and participating in activities. Often the contacts they make help them later in life find a job. After college graduates have other social advantages. People with college degrees have more time and money for social activities. They can enjoy exercising, playing sports, traveling and reading. The balance between work and play creates a satisfying life style. A college education gives people a good start in life by increasing their know...