This document outlines five key reasons to pursue a college degree. It notes that those with degrees have increased job and career opportunities and higher lifetime earnings. They will also always be more marketable in the job market. Additionally, college provides access to resources like networking connections that can help career success. Pursuing a degree leads to self-pride and sense of direction. It also sets an example for others to follow. The document concludes with tips for effective university transfer preparation.

1. By: Alayna Monteilh

2.  Fact number one:
 Life time of increased opportunities
 You will have more job opportunities
 You will be able to choose your career, and/or
have the choice to choose between multiple
career options
 You will earn more money if you have a degree

3. Who Drops out?
Mental/Emotional
issues- 3%
Distance from home-
4%
Family Support- 9%
Academic
Disqualification- 28%
Social Fit- 13%
Health Problem- 5%
Financial Pressure-
38%

4.  Fact number two:
 You will always be marketable
 Having a college degree is becoming increasingly
important in the job market
 A few way to make yourself more
marketable:
 Develop and impressive resume
 Know how to operate technology well
 Network
 Have a positive attitude

6.  Fact number three:
 More access to resources
 You will have the opportunity to meet people who can
help you in your future.
▪ In college you will meet people studying law, medicine,
etc.
 Today, it is all about “who you know”
▪ That one person you know could have the power to help
you land that job you want; do not be afraid to
communicate with others and meet new people because
it can open up many opportunities for your career
especially the one you really want

7. Employed- 72.60%
Unemployed-11.30%
Out of work/went back to
school- 9.20%

8.  Fact number four:
 Self pride
 Being the only one in my family to continue my
education in the Spring at a four year university has
given me more motivation in school, at work, and even
in my every day life.
 You will feel as though you have a sense of control and
direction as to where you are headed with your future

9.  Fact number five:
 Leading by example
 Others will follow in your footsteps
▪ When you speak with people who are still in
school with an undecided major or even
unsure if they want to finish school they may
find interest and/or motivation to do better
and continue in school.

10.  How to prepare yourself to transfer:
 Complete you AA degree
 “Shop around”; see which university/universities
are your best fit
 Plan ahead
 Know which classes transfer
 Choose a major
 Stay focused