Preparing for college after graduating from high school is considered one of the most thoughtful activities among students. Even so, most students today are unsure whether attending college will benefit them. Some people think it's a waste of time and money, but most people see it as a reason to thrive in life. Unlike high school, college is definitely different because it determines your future and should be taken more seriously by students. College education is worth it because it essentially provides students with great benefits, which can help them set their future goals. First, college graduates have a better chance of finding a well-paying job. “Graduates benefit from increased employment opportunities at higher pay rates, which gives them the means to repay their debts, if they are wise stewards of that debt. » (Smith, 29) People with college degrees are more likely to succeed in the future because employers prefer to employ those with college degrees. However, even though some people who did not attend college find jobs that can help them meet and support their needs, they cannot compare the earnings of college graduates with degrees. My cousin, who has a bachelor's degree in business management, graduated from college 5 years ago. At first, college may guarantee the success of her goals, but through her perseverance, she is now a successful businesswoman. She now has a full-time job that allows her to support her family and has already built her own house. So, having a college degree helps a person not only achieve their own goals but also become independent. “In reality, having a college degree will probably mean middle of paper… cracks. As the saying by Marlo Thomas goes, “What if the cure for cancer was locked in the mind of someone who couldn’t afford an education?” » Works Cited Le, Jennie. “What does it mean to be a college graduate?” » Practical argument. 2nd ed. Laurie G. Kirzner and Stephen R. Mandell. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin, 2017.36-37. Print.Miller, Margaret A. “The Privileges of Parents.” Practical argument. 2nd ed. Laurie G. Kirzner and Stephen R. Mandell. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin, 2017. 673-675. Print.Sanchez, Crystal. “College should be for everyone.” Practical argument. 2nd ed. Laurie G. Kirzner and Stephen R. Mandell. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin, 2017. 123-125. Print.Smith, Rodney K. “Yes, a College Education is Worth It.” Practical argument. 2nd ed. Laurie G. Kirzner and Stephen R. Mandell. Boston: Bedford/St. Martin, 2017.29-31. Print.