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what is college like and how much would it cost to get in to college how do you start to get into colleges and when should i start going to college after im done with high school?

i have already have been to a lot of colleges and they have been good but i would like to hear more about other colleges

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Brandy’s Answer

I took the route of finding a job where the employer paid coverage towards college classes. I currently have a bachelors degree and working on a masters but have no student debt. I cant speak on how life is on campus because my experience was online however, I found it to be more flexible for my life and I was able to balance college and a career. It depends on your personal preference and the college cost depends on the type and location or the school. Im am a fan of the path that I took and being able to avoid the debt.
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Kirstin’s Answer

Shadow a family member or family friends who attends college now to get an idea of daily life? What do you think you would like to do as a career? What are your interests? Do some research at your school guidance office, or on line to find colleges that have dedicated programs that interest you, such as biology, technology, law, history, at, etc. That might help you to narrow down something. Another idea is that when you do visit a campus, does it feel like a place that you would like to spend 2 or 4 years at? If you are unsure about a major, you could start at a local community college, try many different classes that might help you fine tune your area of interest. The professors of those classes would also be good resources for ideas of colleges for further study.
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Peter’s Answer

Hello, Ryan. From your questions, it sounds as if you have only the vaguest of notions about what college is like. I can assure you that your time spent in college may well be the very best days of your life. You will be introduced to ideas and to entire fields of endeavor that are fascinating. You will be free to chose a vocation that you love and that will sustain you for the rest of your life. You will also have great comradery with fellow students that you meet. Finally, after you graduate, you will have a life-long love for your Alma Mater. I attended two great schools: UC San Diego for Undergrad and the University of Washington for Graduate studies. I love both Alma Maters and they are two of a very short list of my favorite places to visit, even after more than five decades since I graduated. So I can assure you that you will have a wonderful experience in College.

As for the practical issues of finding, applying for and getting accepted at a college, I recommend two things. First schedule several sessions with your school counselor. One of their primary jobs is to familiarize students with the college application process. Secondly, take at least three years of science and four years of math. This will maximize your chance at getting into the engineering school of your choice. Good luck to you.

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Heather’s Answer

Great questions...

The cost of college is different for everyone. There are programs and opportunities to help cover some/all the cost of a college educations - grants, loans, scholarships. You have varied options as well, a community college versus a private institution. Also, in-state (being a resident of the state of where the college resides) or out-of-state will determine the cost. There's not one answer for everyone.

College for me was a great experience, both personally and professionally. I made great friends and connections that I've utilized from time to time, as well as the education and experience of being on my own was invaluable. I learned a lot about myself. I learned how I studied and prioritized work, what motivated me. The professors were a great resource and I did internships which helped narrow down my career choices.

I think the timing of going to college is different for everyone as well. I can say the longer you stay away from school the harder it was for me to go back. Totally understand that money is generally the driving factor and you can do school while you work in some cases. There are many ways you can go about taking the next steps and it will depend on how you can handle the workload!
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David’s Answer

Many students are led to believe that college means only 4-year universities, but you can save quite a bit of money by starting out at a 2-year college. There are many Associate degree programs from which you can choose. Many of those allow you to receive guaranteed transfer credit to a 4-year college as a third-year student.
And you'd be amazed at how many new programs are being added on a yearly basis. Some students choose to obtain a certificate, and then become employed soon after.
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