by Clint Daniel

Created on: October 27, 2009   Last Updated: October 30, 2009

Many people wonder what college they want to attend, hoping for a university's acceptance, but is a university the best option to reach for at first? They also have to make the difficult decision of diving straight into the work force or continuing their education. If they continue forth the quest of higher knowledge, the real question pending is, "do I apply to a university or a community college?" Many advantages can come from attending a community college rather than a university, ranging from more current life options the better class environments.

Life is always a problem when considering future plans, but if you take the right approach, life can be enjoyable as well as fulfilling. If community college is a calling for you, it will also give time for work outside of the college. Although heading towards community college is cheaper than a university, it still requires money. But it also gives enough time for a part time job on the side. As you continue your way through college, it will give you a better chance to decide on or switch your major, or you may decide to take up a full-time career instead. The cost of community college is much cheaper compared to its university brethren, allowing you a little "folding money" on the side. The price may be cheaper than a university, but the educational foundation is solid.

The small size of the community college has many advantages over the larger universities. The smaller size allows for the classes to be smaller as well, allowing for a better environment to learn, focus, and grow. If your overall goal is to attend a university in the long run, most community colleges have a transfer program. The classes that are included in the program ensure the same quality education of a university. The smaller classrooms ensure another advantage, allowing better access of help from your teachers. Although the college may be small, the chances for learning can be a great as the mighty Californian Red Wood.

All in all, community college is a match for a university as a launching point-if not better. When you decide to attend a community college, you're not signing your life away for an entire year, and other options may be ventured as well. The price for two years of community college is no comparison to that of a university's, having more bang for the buck. The teachers of most community colleges care more deeply for their students, becoming emotionally invested as well. Of course, the main part of any completion process, whether college or work life, involves dedication above all else.

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