Why do people attend college?

Everyone goes to college for different reasons, but I believe college is a place for students go to after high school to increase knowledge, have more choices, and more opportunities for advancement in an increasingly competitive job market.

First of all, some students are just very curious and motivated by the world of knowledge. So they go to college to expand their knowledge in subjects they find interesting. By doing this they would have a higher chance of finding a job they love. For example, one who loves learning about space and have been studying it for the most of his/her life, that person would have a much better chance getting in a place like N.A.S.A than the others who are just in it for the high salaries.

Second of all, before attending college, students have a limited opportunity to specialize. But after attending and graduating college you would obtaining a specific college degree, a job applicant can be competitive for the previously unavailable jobs. For instance, a job applicant with Computer Science degree would not be only be qualified for jobs in high-tech companies, they would also be well prepared for any job with computer skills as a prerequisite. With a large range of potential jobs to choose from, degree holders are more likely to find a job that suits their particular needs and interest.

At last but not lest, in addition to offering more choices, a college degree accesses to jobs with a clear path towards professional advancement. Take A.B.S in biology for example, it allows students to find a good job in a lab after graduation. This can help the students to take their first step toward the career of scientific research. The same major can be used for medical school, or even a career as a doctor. All of these would not be available if you did not go to college.

In conclusion, by attending college you could learn more things that you are interested in, you would have more choices of jobs to choose from, and more opportunities for advancement in an increasingly competitive job market. This is why I think why people attend college.