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Essay / The Importance of Attending Community College
Imagine a young man who has almost graduated from high school. His life should be full of hope and promise of a bright future, but he has no idea what direction he wants to go. Imagine a single mother who was recently divorced, she never imagined that she would need to worry about her financial future again. What about students who excel in their chosen studies, but struggle with subjects that are foreign to them? Community colleges can help overcome these barriers. The benefits of attending a community college include easier transitions, helping recent high school graduates transition to a 4-year college and smaller class sizes. The first benefit of attending a community college is their ability to easily transition each type of student into school. Think back to the picture of the single mother, let's call her Sarah. Sarah hasn't been to school in over 10 years. She married shortly after high school and her husband took care of her and her family. Now she is alone and wondering how to support her family with only a high school diploma. Community College Offers...