By Michael P. Viollt Introduction Students attend college for many different reasons. A college educaion can offer a sense of purpose, an opportunity for growth, a chance to develop a philosophy of life, an occasion to explore interests, a time to gain an appreciation of the arts, and a window to one's weakness.
Students have to weigh both career and non-career considerations in their college choice.
Yet, in spite of this cost, the number of Americans attending college is increasing every year. Over 60 percent of high school grads are going to college, and projections indicate that by 2005 tha number will increase to 75 percent. Going to college is no longer a luxury. Even in today's hot labor market, competition for choice positions can be fierce and almost all good positions require at least some post-secondary training. A college degree is becoming a requirement for more and more occupations and offers a huge lifetime earings advantage.