<p>Lol...hey I'm the noob here so you guys can laugh at me. Posted this somewhere else online (Y!A) because I'm really trying to make up my mind on which college to go to.</p>
<p>I'm currently a high school senior. 9th to 11th grade - All A's and 4 B's I feel like I'm slipping this year (not doing my best in 2 AP classes - English and Calculus). Despite that, my overall GPA is 4.1.</p>
<p>Situation:
I want to major in Accounting. If I go to community college (CC), my first 2 years will be covered as well as some of my last 2 years at public uni (Rutgers). If I go to Rutgers, I think only 40% of cost will be covered. </p>
<p>If I start out at CC, I may not be very marketable when I graduate. What if I don't get all the opportunities that I could receive at a 4-year uni?</p>
<p>Also, I fear that if I go to Rutgers for full 4 years, I may get in debt without any job offers that the school guaranteed us at their future freshman dinner event. They claim Rutgers is: almost considered an "Ivy League" school; known worldwide; and gives students endless opportunities and internships. They said you'll get internships/training sophomore year and everyone there has the same chance (unlike at other colleges). </p>
<p>There were also some positive testimonials from employed Rutgers students also; stating after you graduate, you'll pay off your debt in only a few years despite the poor economy.</p>
<p>What's the best bet for a job:
* Accounting
* focus on Animation (dream job; talent in visual arts and drawing)
OR
* Work with computers after getting a certification</p>
<p>Which choice pays off in the end? Did CEOs and the like ever attend CC? Also, which jobs are getting outsourced? Please, I need good guidance and advice. {:/</p>
<p>Lots of people start off at CCs. Don’t worry about that one. In fact, the single largest group of traditional age college students (some estimates go as high as 50% of them) is comprised of those who are commuting to their local community colleges. If you complete a program that will guarantee you admission to Rutgers after two years, you will save a boatload of money, and you may be able to dodge college debt entirely.</p>
<p>Accounting is one of the few careers that seems to offer good job placement right now. If you like that career it is a good one to start out in! Since you are interested in animation, you can have a day job as an accountant to pay the bills while you get ready for your dream job.</p>
<p>To help understand the numbers a bit better, why don’t you run both the Rutgers and the CC expenses through this handy calculator? It might help you figure out which option is best for you; [FinAid</a> | Calculators | Award Letter Comparison Tool](<a href=“Your Guide for College Financial Aid - Finaid”>Award Letter Requirements - Finaid)</p>
<p>Tell me this…can you really see yourself as an accountant? Do you WANT to be an accountant? Idk imo it seems like a horrible job…no offense. My business partners were all CPAs before they started their business. They hated it…soon quit and started a business. We’re well off now Go for your passion dude if you really want something you can totally do it.</p>
<p>If you’re stressed about debt, then definitely do community college first. Rutgers is an excellent school, and the reputation alone will help you get jobs. So, the best thing would probably be
2 years @ cc + 2 years at Rutgers.</p>
<p>The opportunities will likely be the same because you still went there and graduated from there, just without the debt your fellow classmates have.</p>
<p>Katy Perry Went to Santa Barbara City College.
Ryan Seacrest went to Santa Monica College.</p>
<p>Many successful people started out at a community college so you won’t be at a disadvantage if you do what needs to be done while there. Just make sure not to slack off. Go and git’ them A’s.</p>
Go for your passion dude if you really want something you can totally do it.</p>