classes at Everest College were terrible and that she did not receive the appropriate job training. She ended up with a minimum wage job at Victoria Secret and wishing that she had never attended Everest College. Corinthian Colleges was recently accused of “operating a predatory lending scheme, preying on low-income students, and falsely inflating job placement numbers” (Ellis). It is in the process of selling most of its member colleges, leaving many of its past students responsible for the loans they took out. However, even though Corinthian Colleges is in the process of being shutdown, there are many more for-profit colleges still operating and using the same deceitful recruitment methods. In the same article about Rosalyn Harris,
Community colleges in the United States develop rapidly and have become a vital component of the postsecondary education delivery system. As of 2011-2012 school year, 45% of all undergraduate students were enrolled in public two-year colleges, approximately 8.3 million students (Knapp et al., 2012. Cited by AACC Fast Facts). And it seems that with globalization and Obama’s education agenda, the trend of growing enrollment in community colleges won’t change. A high school graduate who decides to pursue postsecondary education may face with a dilemma--whether enroll in a community college or a traditional four-year college. Even within a community college, a student may be faced with a choice—enroll in a vocational program and enter workforce after graduation with a vocational certification, or choose an academic program with an intention of transferring to four-year institutions.
A summary of Why Do You Think They’re Called For-Profit Colleges? The article, Why Do You Think They’re Called For-Profit Colleges? by Kevin Carey first appeared in The Chronicle of Higher Education on July 25, 2010. In this article, Carey discusses the controversy concerning the billions of dollars in federal aid money received by for-profit colleges. He introduces Michael Clifford, who, according to fastcompany.com, chairs Significant Federation, a private equity firm that is a principal investor in a half-dozen higher-education companies.
Last, college is Alfred State College. There are four main pros about Alfred. First pro, is they offer $4.1 million in various. This is useful because I could get money to pay my load. Second, after graduation they can help you look for a job. Third, I want to live in dorm because I could do well in college and can benefits me. Last, Alfred has one major that I was looking is Financial. There few cons about Alfred is a high GPA and test scores. Second,
Kevin Carey takes a deep look into the controversies concerning for-profit colleges. For-profit colleges have received harsh criticism from institutions because of the way they recruit new students and use the loan system to gain even more of a profit, added on to the price of schooling. Even though only 10 percent of students get enrolled, a quarter of all federal aid goes to for-profit colleges. That seems extremely unfair. Carey begins with bringing us bad news, for-profit colleges do abuse the system of student loans, however they also bring educational opportunities for those who may have not had the option to attend college.
Kevin Carey is direct with what he believes is wrong with for-profit universities. He believes that they do offer classes that may be a better option for non-traditional or low-income students. However, these universities are doing these while scamming taxpayers throughout the country. These universities receive millions of dollars in funding from the government in grants and are still able to make a profit, although, many students are unable to repay their student loans in a timely manner. Some personnel within these universities use tactics to convince students to apply for loans, knowing that it is not a financially intelligent decision. Not only is this borderline unethical, but many students that receive these loans default on the payments. The for-profit universities are even attempting to change the funding from the current 90/10 rule, which states, the amount of federal funding cannot exceed 90 percent of total revenue. One quarter of all of federal aid is given to for-profits, even though, they account for less than 10 percent of students. Considering this information, government funding would be better served elsewhere.
This article is about a student named Gabby (which is not her real name) that attended Everest Institute a branch of Corinthian College to obtain her certification in the medical field to better her life. She graduated top of class and was asked to the “Ambassador” for the school. You would think that an accomplishment like that would enable Gabby to find the job that she would coincide with what she has achieved. However, one year later she is currently working with a temp service in the medical field making less than what she was making as a call center representative which was her occupation before she decided to make a career change. By attending the school she has been
School is an expensive investment in one’s future, and the financial aid office enables students to pursue higher education by providing financial assistance through fee waivers, grants, and federal loans. The cost of education varies widely depending on the type of degree or certificate program the student is pursuing, as well as the type of school the student is attending. Cypress College is a two year institution which allows students to transfer to a four year university or to obtain a certificate in their vocation of choice. Although Cypress College is affordable compared to four year universities and other private colleges, the cost of school is still a heavy burden for most students and their families. Through the financial aid office
Colleges and university have slowly become one of the stepping stones into the working world today. People go to colleges for higher education with the intention of earning degrees in which they can use in their respective fields. Some example degrees that people pursue are Medical, Law, Business, Accounting, and Science Degrees. Through the years the idea of college was that it was optional and it was a door for better life and job. However in the modern times, it become a necessity. It all started when the colleges once single- gender institutions target specific students in their respective demographics. Today, the college market has now been divided into two major categories:
In general, for-profit schools cost more to attend, because they are run like businesses. And it definitely does not take a college degree to see that these high prices plus low income students equal greater risk of default. For-profit colleges began as family owned trade schools but over the years they have expanded into educational businesses that accept any student, regardless of their financial wellbeing or aptitude. On the other hand, traditional schools have neglected to notice the rising need for an education that is flexible and convenient. In his article “Why Do You Think They’re Called For-Profit Colleges,” Kevin Carey writes to an audience of higher education students and faculty to convince them the pros and cons of both traditional and for-profit schools using different rhetorical, organizational, and stylistic strategies.
As a child, I grew up going to church every Sunday and being involved with the church community. My faith is a large part of who I am today, because as a Christian, my worldview is based around God and His word. I believe He created everything in the universe, including us, and that He wants us to be with Him for eternity. So throughout my college search, Christian colleges have been at the top of my list.
McDonalds is a multibillion dollar company and the key to their success relies on their uniformity and standardization of products and service. A large multitude of company’s and business seek to replicate their success, one business venture in particular is the industry of for profit colleges. These for profit colleges are trying to copy McDonald’s supremacy over other competing business by trying to replicate there vast customer variety and fast quick service. Pertaining to this specific case of profiting colleges they are trying to draw in more students than community, private and public colleges. What these for profit colleges are doing is mostly a violation of academic and federal laws as well as misleading. Manipulating students into having false hopes of high paying jobs and brighter futures through their education.
Community college is a great institution for students to start their educational journey. Especially when they do not have the funds or lack some of the prerequisite that a university would require. Community college was created to serve the community, traditional and non-traditional students with the best higher education and lifetime learning opportunities. The faculty and staff members at a community college is there to provide leadership in education while going above and beyond to recognize the needs of the students and the community by providing excellent educational programs and support services that are available to all who have the opportunity to take advantage of them. “Student services now include recruitment and retention, counseling, student activities, student health, financial aid, academic support, career centers, transfer centers, and supplemental services such as transportation, child care, and services tailored for specific populations of students” (Cohen, Brawer, & Krisker, 2014, pg. 209). My philosophy in fulfilling the role and mission of the community college, is to establish the mission, vision, goals and values to guide all students on their journey to strive to become successful both in school and in today’s economy.
The purpose of this research paper is to explore the altered missions of community colleges and related impacts on the historical mission of community colleges. The mission of community colleges were intended to serve all individuals with an equal opportunity for higher education access. In this research paper, there will be four guided questions:
This article provides an insightful view into the perceived and real status of community colleges in relation to their university counterparts. Once thought of as a place merely for underachievers to attend for workforce training, Trowbridge points out these institutions now have more to offer. They provide an affordable opportunity for students to complete the same courses that are available at the university for a fraction of the cost. Noting the financial savings in comparison to the traditional university, along with the overall quality of instruction, local community colleges have become a viable alternative for those seeking a college education without the incurring unnecessary amounts of debt.
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