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Should I go to a college that isn't as well know, but offers a lot of money in terms of scholarships, or go to a high ranking college that barely offers anything?

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Roxie’s Answer

Choose the one that best suites you by degree programs, location, and which school offers you the best peace of mind. The offerings are a plus but if you’re not comfortable there, they won’t matter. Good luck!

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Barbara’s Answer

A degree from a prominent university certainly can't hurt, and it can open up doors in some circles. But honestly, once you're in the workforce for several years, it likely won't ever come up. (This likely varies per industry.) I can't remember the last time someone inquired about which college I attended... What really starts to matter is how you work, the results you deliver, the network you build, and the experience you gain.

Research shows that, long-term, an expensive well-known college may not be worth it: https://www.fool.com/careers/2017/08/27/is-an-ivy-league-degree-worth-it-in-the-job-market.aspx

There are so many good schools (both ivy league and otherwise) -- don't get hung up on name. You really can't go wrong if you follow your passion and find a university program that offers the coursework you need and meshes with your personal learning style. Good luck!
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Katy’s Answer

While it seems as though going to a well known college is one of the most important pieces when selecting your next step post High School, I believe what really matters is the experience you have in college and whether you really enjoyed the material you were learning. I worked for an online university as an enrollment advisor and spoke to folks from diverse backgrounds that found themselves needing a degree to continue their career growth. Or move into a career they always dreamed of. What I found most interesting in talking to each person, the work they would be doing to earn that degree had to be interesting to them or something they were passionate about. While not everyone is going to love English 101 or my personal favorite, Accounting 101, the work students complete that pertains to their degree program is really what matters the most. Find a school you'll enjoy. Find a program you enjoying learning. Work hard, earn your degree and you'll find that in most career paths, the name of the school wont matter.
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