Question

what are the disadvantages of college education

Answer 1

1. Limited time for social life

For most college students the "snooze" button is our best friend. Unfortunately, not too many student-athletes get that privilege. They are on the go from sun up to sun down. In between early morning workouts, attending class, study hall and team meetings, athletes don't have time for much of a social life.



2. Level of play on the field or court sometimes overshadows the importance of the work in the classroom

Student-athletes often get so caught up in trying to impress their coaches and fans that they forget the most important thing: making good grades. Although students are sent to school on athletic scholarships to play sports, maintaining good grades should be their number one focus. Without the proper grades and GPAparticipating in sports would not be possible. Most university athletic programs require weekly study hall time to ensure that athletes are given time to complete required assignments. The NCAA as well as the university holds student-athletes to certain academic standards that they must meet each semester. Failing to meet these standards could result in a student's scholarship being revoked, academic probation, or even removal from the university.



3. Raised expectations can cause stress and depression

Believe it or not, student-athletes are held to much higher standards and expectations than are normal students. Along with students in student government and other campus organizations, athletes are seen as some of the most influential students on campus. Not only are they looked up to by their peers, but also by people in the community, typically smaller children, as well. From trying to please their parents, coaches, and fans, to making good grades and maintaining a social life, student athletes become overwhelmed. Their minds and bodies become exhausted and overworked, causing them to often feel stressed and depressed. NCAA Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brian Hainline produced a guide for student athletes titled "Mind, Body and Sport:Understanding and Supporting Student-Athlete Mental Wellness" to make athletes as well as others understand the importance of an athlete's well-being and mental health.

Answer 2

Getting ready to attend college is a very stressful stage in a young person’s life. We think the stress will disappear once we actually start the classes, but truth is it stays there. Some students have their parents, or their older siblings, to give the support and guidance during these hard years filled with new and different experiences. But for first-generation college students the situation is a little bit harder. They are the first person in their family going through that type of situation, which has advantages and disadvantages.


Disadvantages

You don’t have an example to follow

Even though you might be your younger siblings’ example to follow, you don’t have a guide to copy. Your parents and grandparents may have an idea of what you’re going through and may know it isn’t an easy thing to do, but truth is they don’t know how to help or advise you because they didn’t go through the same situation. They will always be there to offer their support but won’t always have the right answers for you.

But don’t panic yet, universities and colleges think about this type of situation a lot, and that is why college counselors and academic advisors exist. Depending on your major you’ll be assign a person that will be able to help you figure out your class schedules, minors, and even career paths. Find out who your advisor is, email them to make an appointment, and meet them. Believe me when I tell you they are the best helpers you’ll encounter in your college years–take every advantage of them as you can.

Financial need.

Maybe the reason your parents didn’t attend college was because the money, they didn’t have enough to cover the expenses. But they are trying to pay it for you, they want to try and do what their parents couldn’t and that’s something you should be thankful for. Sometimes you’ll have days, weeks, or maybe even months, where you’ll be short in money. If that is the case talk to your school’s financial aid office about options–like loans, scholarships, or work studies. Many options are offered in order to help students pay their tuition, you just have to find the one that’s perfect for you.

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There are pros and cons to every situation, and being a first-generation college student is no different. It’s an exciting venture, one that unlocks new opportunities in life.

Another valuable resource for first-generation college students is College Raptor! With our free college match tool, students are given a list of potential colleges that are fit for them–based off of their academic interest, financial situation, location preferences, and many other factors. You can also use it to discover your acceptance odds at schools around the country, and discover what financial aid you could receive from those schools.


Crippling Debt

The No. 1 complaint of young people with a college degree is the crippling student loan debt they are burdened with upon graduation. The more prestigious the degree, the higher the debt. Money-conscious students might take two years at state school and then transfer to a more recognized private university. Their debt load is lower, but it’s not zero.

Lost Income

Four years in school instead of the workforce is four year without pay. Four years of working up a corporate ladder, however, can lead to a relatively good salary. Four years of savings can add up to the down payment on a house or some other financial goal. Young people who spend four years working instead of attending college can find they have a financial nest egg instead of a pile of debt.

Limited Real-World Experience

College classes are largely theoretical. For all the talk of diversity, college students are a relatively homogenous group. Even study abroad programs are a shadow of the experience that independent international solo travel can offer.


Uncertain Value

Some career fields require a college education. If you aspire to be a doctor, scientist, engineer or psychologist a college degree is necessary. There are a wide variety of other occupations, however, that do not require a degree. Any artistic endeavor, many technical careers and a whole slew of professions you may never have heard of can be tackled right out of high school. 



A Culture of Extended Adolescence

Backpacking around South America, spending a year at a Buddhist monastery or founding a non-profit are all useful, life-affirming experiences. Pounding a beer-bong full of questionable liquid while your peers provide a less than impressive countdown is not.


Unrealistic Expectations

Years ago a friend of mine confessed a dark secret. Discouraged by her never-ending post-graduate job hunt, she had sneakily taken an opportunity to peruse a stack of resumes sitting on her interviewer’s desk when left alone in the office. She confessed shock and dismay. They all looked just like hers: a good school, a good GPA, study abroad, leadership positions on campus and stellar volunteer experience. She had done everything right, but so had everyone else.