COLLEGE COST COMPARISON By: Janelle Padilla

Why is College Valuable to Society? College is valuable to society because education is a key that allows people to move up in the world, seek better jobs, and succeed in life. Without a higher education now-a-days, it is getting harder and harder to find a decent job because people want to see that your interested in learning new things and being open minded. Also, the amount of education we receive defines the power we will have as an adult. Plus, a well educated population represents a well secured and developed, strong nation. Education is truly the sustainment that’s holds us together and allows us to achieve greatness.

Why is College Valuable to Me? College is valuable to me because the more education I get, the more jobs I will qualify for. My goal is to receive either a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree. The higher the level of education means better payment too and I can use my knowledge to do something great. With an education I will be able to fully support myself without anyone’s help and get a job I really love doing each day. That’s why college is very important to me.

Regis University-Denver, CO Information about Regis University: ◦ Private four year college ◦ Founded in1877 ◦ Number of students: 11,069 Acceptance rate: 87%

Metro State University of Denver-Denver, CO Information about Metro State University of Denver: ◦ Colorado four year college ◦ Founded in 1971 ◦ Number of students:23,948 ◦ Acceptance rate: 63%

University of Florida-Gainesville, FL Information about University of Florida: ◦ Four year college out of state ◦ Founded in 1853 ◦ Number of students:33,168 ◦ Acceptance rate: 39%

Arapahoe Community College-Littleton, CO ◦ 2 Year Colorado Community College ◦ Founded in 1965 ◦ Number of students: 9,961 ◦ Acceptance rate: 100%

University of Toronto-Toronto, ON Information about university of Toronto: ◦ International college ◦ Founded in 1837 ◦ Number of students: 67,128 ◦ Acceptance rate: 68%

College Cost Comparison

CollegeTuition Room and Board Books and Supplies Estimated Personal ExpensesTransportation Cost for Year 1 Cost for Year 2 Cost for Year 3 Cost for Year 4 Regis University 33,0609,500 1,8001,188$1,296$46,844 50, , , Metro Sate University of Denver5,744 8,4781,656 1,2691,29518,442 19, , , University of Florida 28,540 9,5201,0803, , , , Arapahoe Community College 3,780 8,4781,749 N/A 1,29615,303 16, , , University of Toronto 8,500 11, ,100 N/A 27,300 29, , , In this chart we can see the wide range of costs of different college choices. Each one is a different type of college you can attend someday. This chart includes everything going to college takes.

My Choice Based off the information I found, I would choose to attend Metro State University. I made this choice because it’s in state and that would make the living costs less. Also I know it’s a great affordable school because my brother is currently attending there. Also I can go to a good school that would only cost around 20,000 dollars. Its hard to find a good education and not use up all your life savings, so this is why I choose Metro.