Who would’ve thought that with the country in a recession that more people would flock to school rather than search for a new job? While taking a poll on 22 students ranging from 21 to 50, the outcome was surprising on the reasoning why they are in school and how they have came to fund their education as well.
From research found on the Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) website, it has been stated that it has the lowest-cost tuition of any college or university in the state. With that being said with the poll that was produced, it was surprising to see that 8 out of 22 students polled, paid all or some out of pocket to take college classes at ARCC. While 11 out of the 22 qualified to get some type of state or federal funded grants, most of these people have lost their jobs or have part-time jobs to support themselves and their families. While student loans were still needed with having 10 out of 22 students taking out personal loans to pay for all or part of their education at ARCC.
As times are hard and getting a job is even harder, school was the last straw for some of these students. The minimum qualifications for the easiest jobs are getting more and more competitive. So for a lot of people who want some type of career advancement or career change, ARCC was the best choice for them. It doesn’t hurt that you get half off of your tuition when you are out of a job.
Great story Brittany! I agree, now a days having a college degree is equivalent to having a high school diploma. It's even hard enough to find a job these days with a degree!!
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