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Community Colleges; Who are they for?

By: Daniel Z. Kane

Many people think that the distinctive feature of community colleges is that they offer two-year degrees, but they differ from four-year colleges in many other ways as well.

The biggest difference between two and four year colleges is that the two year colleges focus on the needs of students, including working adults, whose needs are not being fully met by four year colleges. And, as intended, the creation of community colleges has made it possible, as have online degree programs, for more students than ever to continue their educations beyond high school.

The low cost of community colleges has helped attract students who may have otherwise failed to continue their educations beyond secondary school. In particular, community colleges seem to enroll a far greater percentage of adult students, minority students, and part time students than four year colleges and universities.

Aside from very affordable tuition and fees, community colleges attract students with a very simply, non-threatening application process. First of all, their open admissions policies assure admission to all high school graduates and/or everyone who has earned a GED. And, community college applicants need not take the ACT or SAT, submit letters of recommendations, or write essays. Community college admissions policies reflect their mission; to afford easy access to all.

Many four year colleges have firm deadlines after which they will not consider applications for admission. No such deadlines exist at most community colleges.

It should be noted that although virtually all applicants are admitted to community colleges, admission to particular majors may require experience and/or completion of prerequisite coursework. For instance, admission to a nursing program might well require coursework in science and/or mathematics.

Although four-year colleges are more likely to offer more evening and weekend classes than ever before, community colleges are often more focused on offering classes at times that allow working adults to complete degree programs without taking time away from their careers. Only online colleges are more convenient.

Another value of community colleges is their ability to offer vocationally related courses or programs for students who seek training but may not wish to complete a degree program. In fact, although many people think of community colleges as the first stop on a journey to earn a bachelors degree, only about 25% of community college students subsequently enroll in a four-year college or university.

In general, community colleges are likely to be a good choice for students who are not confident about their academic skills, students whose schedules do not allow them to enroll in day classes, and students whose educational goals do not include a bachelors degree. Others, as well, may find that a community college meets their needs; for many students, it's an inexpensive option worth thinking about.

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Daniel Z. Kane is a university dean who has also worked in a community college. If you are considering an online college or online education, please visit his websites.

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