Why Is Caroline Bird College Is A Waste Of Time

How much is college truly worth? Today we have over One billions dollars in debt just for education. Why? What's it's purpose? We not only spend our money, but think of how much time we spend or in Birds words waste  just for education. In Bird's article "college is a waste of Time" she states her point of view that college is a waste of time, and backed it up from multiple studies, and also states an implication. Although I may not have agreed on every argument that was brought up, I believe that Bird did a great job of supporting her point of view and stated a strong thesis, which was relatable to her possible audience by bring in rhetoric tools.

In the essay “College Value Goes Deeper Than the Degree” author Eric Hoover claims a college education is important to one 's well-being so they can get a job and be productive in other parts of life. Promoters of higher education have long emphasized how beneficial college’s value and its purpose. Many believe the notion that colleges teach students are life skills to apply anywhere, they also work hard to earn a degree and learn specific marketable skills which they can use to get a good job. Though obtaining a college education and a degree is helpful in countless of ways, it is not necessary to pursue a college degree in world where a college degree is seen different now, people without turn out fine, the growing average of debt that students who attend college have to pay off and people without a degree can obtain many jobs that do not require college degrees.

Caroline Bird writes the statement in her 1975 article “The Case Against College (Bird 15-18)” that not every high school graduate is ready to attend college. It is 2010 and this article is still valid today. Some of the college students I have been around were not mature enough for obedience school let alone college. A few of the points she makes in the article are: College has never worked its magic for everyone. Does it make you a better person? Are colleges responsible for your children? Are my children living in a country club? I will use some of my own experiences as an example of college life, as well as examples from my daughter’s college experience, along with my nephews as well. All to find the answer to the big question: Are

In Should Everyone Go to College Stephanie Owen and Isabel Sawhill argues the importance of comparing different variables with the return on investment “ROI”. Other variables such as the selection of universities and grad majors that can help assess whether or not obtaining a four-year degree will outstandingly increase ones future earnings. Owen and Sawhill also verify that it is not financially reasonable for everyone to attend college based on their desired major. In acknowledgement, I believe that it is unreasonable for everyone to attend college, especially with the evidence provided by Owen and Sawhill that shoes how not only it is an unwise decision for everybody to go to college, but not all degrees are equal.

For a well-paying and/or professional job, a college degree is essential. According to Labor Department statistics by the Economic Policy Institute in Washington as stated by Leonhardt, “Americans with four-year college degrees made 98 percent more an hour on average in 2013 than with people without a degree.” A higher income is what most people expect when attaining a degree, but most jobs require

In the excerpt, "College Is a Waste of Time and Money" written in 1975 Bird argues that college isn't the right place for young adults. Initially, Bird implies that students attend college for the wrong reasons (217). The author believes that most people joined college because, they are pressured by others believing that college is the right place to go to (217). Bird agreed with the young adults of that time period and felt that college was not the right place for them. Some college student agreed that She even talked with students to prove her point that students are not content in college. Sol Linowitz a chairman of the American Council of Education said, “...a significant

“It is virtually impossible to compete in today’s global economy without a college degree” (Scott). These days it’s easier to get a job if you have graduated from college. Not everyone continues their education, but it’s harder to be employed. Although some believe you can make it without a degree, many say it’s a better choice to go to college.

In the essay “College is a Waste of Time and Money,” by Caroline Bird, Ms. Bird explains her beliefs that college is a waste of time and money and how people only go either because they are told to, or because they are not ready for life. She believes college students are all living in sadness and if they would invest money for years, instead of getting an education, they would get more money than if they were to build a career and work until the retirement age. Ms. Bird also explained the shrinking job market and how people waste their time on unnecessary classes, earning a degree in which they will not be able to find a job.

Many students are always forced and pressured into the idea that you have to go to college. Students are told that college is the only way you’ll ever get a good job. But, according to Caroline Bird, that is not the case. In Caroline Bird’s essay, “College is a Waste of Time and Money”,she argues that a college education may not be the best choice for all high school graduates. She thinks that students should not be forced into college if they do not what to. College should only be for people who truly want to learn. I agree with Bird’s claim about how college education may not be the best choice for all high school graduates because it is not for everyone, may not prepare everyone, and there are other ways to make money money than having a bachelor’s degree to do so.

In today’s day and time there are debates on whether college is worth the investment. One side is that college is worth it and it is necessary for future success. The other side to the debate is that college is a waste of time and money. With more disadvantages than advantages, college is not a valuable investment for one to make.

In modern society, education has become a controversial topic among students. One of the more prominent debated concerning education deals with college, and whether or not it is worth the struggle. When considering whether or not to attend college, the two main factors that affect an individual’s decision-making process are time and money. To an individual who believes that obtaining a higher education is a waste of time and money, I would say that the time, money, and effort put into college pays off. I would say that without a college degree, their chances of having a decent standard of living would diminish, knowing that employers would rather hire individuals with a college degree. Not only that, but I would mention that if they acquire

A Degree doesn’t guarantee learning or job preparation. And a college degree is no guarantee of workplace benefits. “By the year 2018 there will be 14 million jobs available, well-paying jobs, which will require more than a HS diploma but less than a college diploma” (Berger). Learning is always worthwhile- college teaches students "to nurture critical thought”. College students also have a better percentage of receiving health benefits rather than high school grads or high school dropouts.

Some may argue that you do not necessarily need a college education to get a well paying job. Although this may be true, in the article,"Actually, College is Very Much Worth It," Andrew Rotherham, who was a former member of the Virginia Board of Education states, "These days, it's Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, Microsoft's Bill Gates, or Apple's Steve Jobs-all college dropouts-who are held up as evidence of why all that time sitting in class is better spent somewhere else. Perhaps, but it's also worth remembering that their companies are bursting with college graduates.” Most people who do not have a college education but somehow manage to get a job are the people who go through a lot. It is important to acknowledge that a college education will make your life much easier, as well as giving you an even higher paying job.

Over the years, there has been a great deal of debate over college education and it’s worth to society and the students who is currently contemplating where they should go or not. In addition, the question of cost, and just how expensive college has become over the last decade has come to attention. It is clear that Americans and important figureheads have argued over whether the benefits of attending college outweigh the benefits of just high school diploma or another type of post-secondary schooling. There are many valid proposed arguments for and against college education that enlighten Americans and cause them to ask questions such as “Do I need college to be successful in life?” But the results, are very mixed. In today’s society, we see both those who are successful in their field and life in general due to the career their college education got them, or those successful with just a high school degree or post-secondary schooling such as a trade school. It can be very hard to differentiate the benefits associated with college education versus not having it. Many people may ask, why is this topic important? Why should I care? These are great questions to ask and sure enough the answers will be discussed more thoroughly later. The answer though is relatively simple. The benefit of having a college degree far outweigh the benefits of not having one. With the way our economy is rapidly growing, it is important to note how more and more jobs are starting to require some form

Today in our society, earning a college education is no longer an option or privilege, but rather a necessity. Throughout the lives of every human being, everybody is conditioned to believe that one needs a higher education level to have a successful life. There is a saying that says “if you think education is expensive, try ignorance.” While there are people who are just as successful as someone with a master's degree who have no college experience there are views from both sides that have a valid point. Although, most people who choose to go to school and get a college education have a better chance of succeeding in life: which helps with easier job access, better employment opportunities, and allows for advancement, than those who do not further their education.