​The Benefits Of Junior College Before Attending A 4-Year

We are all well acquainted with student loans and the financial burdens that come with attending college, but there are ways to avoid debt and one of the easiest ways to save your hard-earned cash is to start your college education at a community college. Let’s examine some of the benefits of making a community college your first stop of your undergraduate career.

 
Tuition Savings

As I’m sure you are aware, courses at a four-year school and universities are extremely expensive. Yet as exciting as it is to start your freshmen year at the university of your dreams, it is wise to consider taking some classes at a community college. Classes at junior colleges cost an average of $45 per unit for local residence. Compared to the university, that’s pocket change.

Scholarship Opportunities
After completing two years at a community college there are also significantly more scholarships available because you have already proven that you are a dedicated student before transferring.

Credits Transfer
Even if you have already started at a four-year school you can still benefit from junior colleges. Consider taking a few courses there over the summer. Its super easy to apply and simple to transfer your units back to your four-year school. Smoother transition from high school to college
Aside from the financial benefits, community colleges offer several other opportunities not found at most universities. The transition from high school to college is not an easy one and some students aren’t ready to commit to a major right away.

Ease of sampling courses
The classes at the junior colleges are significantly cheaper and this lower price allows students to try different courses more easily and without the financial stress.

Comfort of home
Junior colleges are also generally closer to home and younger students can also greatly benefit from staying home while attending community college. This may not be an option for all students but for those who can, staying home for the first two years of college allows students to save and learn about the adult world before plunging headfirst into rent and student loans.

  Lower student loan balance
Student loans are by far the biggest reason to begin your college education at a community college. These loans are incredibly easy to get your hands on and equally difficult to get rid of. They are designed to keep you afloat until you graduate and get that dream job but then students end up spending the next ten to fifteen years paying back this debt instead of enjoying the fruits of their labor.
No one wants to start out their adult life in debt so save yourself or your family the money and try taking classes at your local community college.