As of this moment, there are many of us trying to complete college courses and graduate. One of the things on many of our minds is, "Where will I be when I get out?". Many people spend near one-hundred thousand dollars, to receive a good education, however, the reward comes from the job that we get from our degree to, in turn, pay off all the expenses we have to cover. Recognizing that the cost of school could pay for a down payment on a small house and cover the monthly payments afterward, I always ask myself if I am getting my moneys worth. With excellent grades, I would certainly be paying myself back for the investment... right?!
I find that the best thing to keep under my belt from this experience is not only grades, but what I learn every day. There are so many facts for general education that simply seem to get "regurgitated" back onto Mondays quiz, that don't stay in my mind after that testing experience. Although School can be a valuable experience, I often wonder what I can do to get the most out of its value. Considering school is not paying my bills directly, I know that the skills it gives me need to be applied to the workplace properly.
The goal of the process is to get out with a degree, but to some degree I feel that my grades are only but letters if I do not remember anything of what I learned. Considering work experience can affect my resume like a degree and get me the job, as well as show dedication, I find it to be just as important as school, if not more. I can think of at least five circumstances when I heard of a friend who graduated college, but had trouble finding jobs because they didn't have legitimate, credible work experience. With this in mind, the value of education is what reigns true in my mind, as knowing what to do comes from being educated, whereas a degree only holds me to be educated to a certain level.
The number one thing I can say in relation to all this college stress and wondering about where or when I will get a job, is persist and pursue your passion. Never forget that your time is worth money, and you should be getting your moneys worth from school. Regardless of grades, if you aren't getting the education you want, get ahead of the game and find a place that will enhance your skills professionally. Its best to network with people that are into your field of study so that you can expand what you know about your passion into the field of work you enjoy.
Whether a degree is worth it or not, never will I forget the importance of being educated.
