When it comes down to choosing a college or a university to attend, the decision may be hard to make. Students often compare differences and similarities in their college experience between small and big schools when it comes to looking more into the learning environment, housing opportunities, and the entertainment provided. In the article, "The Difference Between Small Colleges and Big Universities," it mentions how most college students tend to go for a college with a big campus, thinking it will be a better learning environment for them. A larger college usually has big sized classrooms with 200 to 300 students, while small colleges have classrooms with no more than 25 to 30 students. Smaller sized classrooms give students a greater …show more content…
opportunity to get comfortable in class. For many students, a classroom with a higher number of students may be overwhelming. Many big colleges have a wider variety of majors and courses for students to take than a small college does. However, some courses and majors will only be found at a small college. Small colleges sometimes give students the opportunity to individually design a major the college does not offer. Although small colleges offer that opportunity, some small colleges do not have the research facilities of a large university. One must find out what kind of research facilities are available for the desired major because not all small colleges have the research facilities of a large university.
Not every small college has the appropriate research facilities needed. Mentioned in the article, "To Succeed At A Big College," it says research facilities at a big college have fully stocked shelves. Small colleges have well stocked shelves as well, but it is more likely for a student to find more research facilities at a big college than at a small college. Every college offers research facilities and equipment for students to use, but not all colleges offer the same amount. Big colleges usually tend to offer more and better research facilities because of the amount of students attending the college. At a big college, it is more likely for the students living on campus to use the facilities. Big colleges have a much wider variety of housing opportunities for students than a small college does. While some small colleges do offer housing options, there are some small colleges who do not offer housing. Waiting lists for housing at a big college may be longer than at a small college. Some small colleges have no waiting lists. As for some students, while bigger campuses may work better for them, a small college campus environment may be a more preferable choice for some
students. Students may wonder what the social life at a college with a big campus would be like. Many students believe attending a college with a big campus will help them meet more people and become social, but students could not possibly get to know everyone. At big colleges, student's social lives are usually narrowed down to four categories: dorm community, fraternity or sorority group, or a circle of friends. For some students, it will be harder to make friends and get to know professors due to the fact that classes are bigger in size. However, at a college with a small campus, students have a greater opportunity for their professors to know their names and sometimes even their education level. At a big college, professors have 200 to 300 students walking in and out of the classroom making it harder to remember names. Having a professor who knows about the student's education level makes it easier for students to communicate and get help from their professors. At any college, entertainment will be provided for students, but at a big college there will always be more activities for students to entertain themselves with. Sororities and fraternities are a big common organization college students tend to join. At a big college you will find, not only one, but several fraternities and sororities. It is not usual for small colleges to have sororities or fraternities, but some do offer them. It is rare that a small college is seen with a sorority or fraternity, and if so, it is likely for there to be only one of each. On the other hand, big colleges sometimes have several of each for students to pick from. Also, at a big college, it is more likely for there to be organizations for students to join. At a small college as well, but again not very many organizations are given to students as a choice. At times, a small college might have the same organization as a big college, but the activities and the budgets will not be the same. More sports might be available for students at a bigger college as well. Every small college is known to have sports, but some do not have all the sports big colleges have. At both, a small and a big college, activities for students will be held daily. For example, colleges have movie nights, dances, concerts, and a lot more activities for students who attend the institution. Small colleges will not have the same activities as a big colleges do, but they do have activities. At a big college, there is much more to do because they have more money to provide for the students. Once again, a small college does provide a learning environment, entertainment, housing, and appropriate research facilities. A small college will not always offer the same amount of organizations as a big college does. A big college and a small college have a lot in common as well as a lot in contrast. No matter what works best for students, a small college or a big college, they will adapt to the college environment throughout their college years depending on their college experience.
I wholeheartedly endorse Addison’s argument community colleges contain an environment that allow their student, especially the high school students to get used to the adult live in a timely manner without affecting their grades. But, at some point all those high school students are growing up to become adults, where on their own they will have to manage and balance everything, it is not really
Tuition helps to pay for all of the services and programs of a University. However, some universities put more money into one or two programs or colleges to make them stronger areas of study within the university. Not all colleges or departments throughout a university have the same quality of classes or facilities. For example, Iowa State University invests a great deal of their money in the engineering and agricultural programs and so increases the quality of those programs. This is how students choose which university is best for them. A student bases his decision on what college to attend by looking at what programs a particular universit...
Most African-Americans agree that they have much to gain by earning a college degree. Most will also agree that this task is much easier said than done. Unfortunately, many African-Americans find that disparities in higher education eclipse their expectations of equal educational opportunity. For many, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are a great solution. Since the founding of Cheyney University in 1837, HBCUs have continually been established to give African-Americans an education as they could not attend other institutions due to segregation laws. HBCUs became more widespread in the 1960s with twenty-seven institutions being established, twenty-four of which still exist today among the 105 institutions. HBCUs play an important role in the education of African-Americans compared to other colleges and universities. They historically provided a way for African-Americans to receive an education that Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs) did not allow, they offer an inclusive environment that fosters better academic and social adjustment, and their open admissions policy along with efforts to enhance retention rates gives African-American students from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity for success.
It is best to find which college offers the best education and program for the degree plan the student want to go into. In the article “Searching for a Great College? Start Here.” By Diane Harris. Harris discusses how she found a college that had a very nice campus, gave her a very well education for his degree, and how she had “generous grants and a small loan” (Diane Harris, page 1.), the student loan bills were manageable. Even after she graduated her student loan bills were still as manageable even with their smaller salary. Not only should students search for a college with the best program for their degree, but also search for a college that offers the best program for the price. It is always good to find a college that has the best program for your degree, but students also have to find what can be more affordable. Students may not be able to get to the college of their dreams, but they have to do what is best. If students attend a more affordable college then they will have less student loans to pay off.
A challenge that all seniors face at the end of their high school career is the decision that will shape the rest of their future. Will it be Harvard, Ivy Tech, or a job at the nearest fast food joint? Of course, there is nothing wrong with not going to college, but for the people of society who plan to marry and have at least three children, it is almost essential. After making this decision, the seniors who choose to attend college must then decide which one. Campus size, housing, nearby activities, and available degrees and study programs are all important traits to consider when searching for the perfect college.
Although they are both a lot alike, there are many differentials of the two. Universities are known for having large campuses; consequently, resulting in large number of students in each class. While Universities can range from having 20-1000 participants at a time, community colleges usually have no more than 50 participants in a class. As a result of such a large class size, it is harder for a professor to be able to develop the one-on-one time with a student. Due to most co...
The decision of whether or not one should commute to college or live on campus is one of the toughest amongst all college students. This is because it will affect many things in your life including: family relationships, how fast you can finish your homework, how much money you will spend, the food you eat, how you earn and spend money, and your overall college experience. How you view and value these aspects of your life will help you make the decision to either live on campus or commute.
The final assumption that is not as expressed as often is the thought that Community colleges have low academic standards. However, this is just simply not true. students usually have to take placement tests in order to qualify for college level work. Technical and special programs have high standards and students compete to enroll. Going off that, community colleges just offer extra support to students to see them succeed.
Students tend to choose to attend high schools that are closer to their home, so they can have access to easier transportation. That being said, students in high school come from the same area. In high school, there are fewer clubs and organizations. Because faculty runs clubs and organizations, if a student wants to create a club, it usually takes a long time because they need the approval of their teachers and faculty. Since students abide by their parent 's rules and live at home, they have little to no social life outside of high school. In college, students are independent and therefore have to be careful of their
Three essential concepts associated with this nonfiction article include, a purpose, the audience, and the voice of the author. The purpose of this piece is to inform. The purpose of informing is shown when the author wrote, “Whether you’re considering a big university, a small college, or something in between, you need to carefully look at all options, and determine what’s most important to you.”The author is trying to inform the audience about the different types of colleges. This piece will
The assumption that community colleges and their students are inferior to four year institutions and their students is a fallacy, which Culpepper points out in “The Myth of Inferiority.” Culpepper believes “Students are students wherever they are” (Culpepper 330). Being that I am a freshman at a community college, and have been in different educational settings, I agree with his assessments. Community colleges are bashed with many assumptions about why they are not able to have first-rate students, like top notch institutions. One assumption often made is that the academic offerings are lower-quality, which “leads to low expectations of community-college students” (Culpepper 330).
To begin with, I believe that college is affordable. I believe that if a person really wants to go to college than that person will achieve that goal by any means. A person who is determined to achieve higher education will exhaust all resources to make sure that this happens. There are many options to achieve this goal. These options include starting at a community college and transferring to a four-year college, applying for financial aid, obtaining a grant or scholarship, and taking out loans. These are all options that are available to anyone who wants to achieve higher education. Depending on the student and his or her goals, the best option may be starting at a community college. This gives the student an opportunity get general education courses out of the way and save money before transferring to a four-year college. If the student chooses to attend a four-year university, the student can apply for financial aid. Grants, scholarships, loans, and financial aid can help the student financially. The money will be applied towards expenses such as housing, classes, food, and books. If a person truly wants to attend college then that person will try every option before giving up. There is more to getting into college than just applying and hoping for the best.
Some students are looking for a school with an active social scene. All of these different needs and experiences cannot be quantified in the U.S. News college rankings. According to the Liberal Arts Colleges article 14 Reasons Why US News College Rankings are Meaningless, “ The monster list of schools leaves out what we think to be an important measure: how the students feel about the school” (Liberal Arts Colleges). Liberal Arts Colleges are saying that U.S. News can not quantify the student's feelings and help make the college rankings more accurate. The student’s feelings about a college are very important and can tells a lot about college.
Students living on campus don’t have to worry about time because they live in the college. On the other hand, students who commute to school, have to worry about getting to class on time. Students living on campus don’t have to waste money on transportation or food since it is all covered under a plan. Unlike commuters, who aren’t covered under a plan, they have to pay more money to get to school as well as for food. Students who live on campus tend to know more people and they know more about what’s going on around campus. However, students, who commute, don’t have that advantage because they are home most of the time. Living on campus can be more beneficial than living at home in many ways.
A typical junior or senior in high school is faced with a dizzying array of choices in choosing a college. Questions such as "How much is tuition." "Is there housing on campus," and "What standardized tests do they accept." are all valid and relevant. Fortunately, asking these types of questions often narrows a broad swath of potential colleges down to a small few. With that in mind, I chose a university that seemed to suit my needs, and I applied. Since I was accepted, I did't need to apply anywhere else. I was all set for the "college experience", life at the big U. Or so I thought.