Should I go direct to University or transfer from Community College?

One thing that a lot of people don't think about when it comes to community college is that most of the same professors who teach there are also professors at other, more prestigious universities and colleges or are only part time because they're nearing retirement. Also, a community college offers a smaller atmosphere and class sizes where you benefit by getting to know the professors/peers and having the assistance available that you may need. By going to a community college, you really get a good feel for the expectations of actually being in a college environment.

I went to a large university right out of high school because at the time it was convenient, the college at that time was not as crowded but that doesn't change the change that you will experience from high school to college After my experience I felt it was the wisest thing to do to get your lower grade level requirement out of the way in community college you can be near home and apparently you are not ready to leave the comfort of home Once you get the requirements out of the way, you can really pursue what you really want at the upper grade levels and by that time you are a lot more prepared for that type of environment and college(university etc. is definitely not like high school)

Unless you have a full scholarship, I would go to a community college. When I graduated from high school, I did not want to go to a community college because I had so many stereotypes about community colleges. I though that everyone who attend a CC was either dumb, or didn't get accepted into college. I also thought that the classes would be much easier than the classes at a university. I was wrong.Many people who attend a CC have dreams of becoming doctors, lawyers, and even scientists. The CC is also much cheaper than a university, and with your GPA, you should get enough scholarships to pay for your tuition and books. the average cost of a CC is around $3500. I got a LIFE scholarship that was worth $5000, and I got to keep the money that was left over. I will be attending my second year at the CC next month, and then I will transfer to do nursing at a university. I am happy that I chose a CC instead of a university. The only thing that I missed out on was the college experience, but I didn't miss paying $20,000. Good luck!!!!

You have to be sure on the university you want to go to. Do research on different schools you have in mind and see what appeals to you more. If youre still doubtful afterward i would suggest a community college. Your gonna be spending a few years of your life at a university so make sure that that is what you want to do before you make a final decision.

University. there's a reason why community college is cheap. Most people graduate high school at age 17 so don't feel bad about that. Plus University is BETTER.

Go to community college first, then transfer to university.

Go to a community college. It doesn't really have that bad reputation anymore. People are starting to see the benefits of it especially now that universities are so dang expensive. I just finished up my 2nd year of community college, and I happened to love all my teachers, they knew what they were doing. CC's don't just hire anyone that walks through the door. Mine didn't anyway. And they teach the same stuff as a university...if they didn't, the classes wouldn't transfer. More pro's Good transition to a university. Smaller class sizes so the teacher can help you more Cons For me, the commute was pretty long Also, are you sure you need 60 hours to transfer? Cause in my state, you only need 12, and the transfer limit is 66.

I struggled with this too! And, it sounds like you have weighed it out a lot. I chose to go to a university versus going to the community college because I figured after going to the community college for a year, I would either procrastinate, or just not go to the university. I did not want to ruin the opportunity I already had created. Also, I chose my university because of the relationship teachers and faculty have together.( it's really small too!) At a community college, I would never have that. A few of my friends who graduated with me decided to go to community college to get their general ed courses out of the way since community college is a lot cheaper. Then, they will go to the university the next yr. The decision will still be up to you. If you know that you will be better off staying at home for another year, making some $$, and getting some general ed courses out of the way, then do it...the teachers may stink, but it will only be for a year. Good Luck! I've gone through it too, so I know how overwelmed you feel!!!