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College versus University

College versus University. College 101. The goal of a college is to educate and prepare students for university or the workforce Colleges specialize in two year programs Earn a college certificate or diploma Take courses toward a Bachelor’s degree and transfer to a university. University 101.

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College versus University

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  1. College versus University

  2. College 101 • The goal of a college is to educate and prepare students for university or the workforce • Colleges specialize in two year programs • Earn a college certificate or diploma • Take courses toward a Bachelor’s degree and transfer to a university

  3. University 101 • The goal of a university is to educate AND produce original research • Students take courses toward earning a Bachelor’s degree • Universities also offer post graduate study (Masters degrees and PhDs)

  4. Benefits of a college • Colleges cost less, often for the exact same course offered at a university • Class sizes are smaller • Instructors tend to be passionate about teaching and connected to their field • Often closer to home • Studies show 4 year GPA’s tend to be higher

  5. Benefits of a university • Bigger institution can mean more access to technology, services, resources, etc • More ‘prestige’ • Bigger variety of faculties and courses • Not having to worry about transfer credits • Can live in dorms on campus

  6. Cost difference • Two semesters (30 credits) at Langara: $5442 • Two semesters (30 credits) at UBC: $7657 *Cost includes tuition, books, and student fees only

  7. Bachelor’s degree in BiologyOption A: • Jack goes directly to SFU and stays for 4 years • Upon graduation, Jack has • A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, granted from SFU • After 4 years, he paid roughly $26 000 for his degree

  8. Bachelor’s degree in BiologyOption B: • Jack goes to Langara College for two years and transfer to SFU for his third and fourth years. • Upon graduation, Jack has • An Associate of Science Degree in General Biology, granted from Langara College • A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, granted from SFU • After 4 years, he paid roughly $21 700 for his degree (and travelled Europe with the extra $4300)

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