How To Choose Between Attending a University or Career College

• December 12, 2022

Are you trying to decide whether to go to a career college or public college/university? Have you ever questioned what sets them apart from one another and which is better?  If that’s you, there is a more important question to consider:  What is your long-term professional goal?

To help you narrow things down, consider if you have a specific profession in mind and, if so, whether this profession needs a university degree or a college diploma?

If it’s still unclear, let’s compare:

An education at a public college offers you a diploma for a 2–4-year program and a degree when you complete a 3–4-year program at a public university.  Each institution focuses on theory, research, critical thinking, and analysis, they include large classes in lecture halls and have higher tuition costs compared to a career college; however, a graduate with a degree will have access to potential higher-level jobs when entering the workforce.

An education at a career college is designed with practical, hands-on training in a specialized subject while foregoing all unessential theoretical classes and obtaining a diploma in less than 1 year, they offer smaller class sizes resulting in greater teacher-student interaction and have more affordable tuition; additionally, a graduate with a diploma will be able to find entry-level positions in their chosen field when entering the workforce.

Although both career colleges and public post-secondary school programs provide quality education, opportunities and credentials that prepare you for a career in today’s job-market, there are a few more factors to consider and ensure you are making the right decision:

• Do you have the time and/or financial resources to attend a two, three or four-year program?
• Is the education and service in high-demand and does it meet the needs of your community?
• Is the program specifically designed with your career goals in mind?

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