From the first day you enter high school you're inundated with
information from parents, teachers and guidance councilors about the
benefits of obtaining a college degree. Since earning a degree from a
college or university is easier and easier these days more students are
listening to this information.
Have you contemplated if these
influential people were right in regards to the ultimate outcome of a
college degree? If you have considered they may be right you should read
on and find out for yourself.
The first and generally most
important reason people obtain a college or university diploma is
because they would like to earn more money for themselves and their
family. It is common knowledge that with just an associates degree you
can earn 25% more income than without one. With just a bit more effort
those numbers can continue to increase as you add a second, third or
bachelors degree to your resume. The reason you can earn more is because
you generally have more up to date information on the field you've
received your degree and have proven you're capable of focusing and
driving long enough to obtain the degree and achieve the goal. It also
is another mark on your personal list that separates you from other
non-degree holding applicants.
The second benefit of obtaining a
college degree is the increased number of employment or job
opportunities available to those who already have a degree. Many
employers use a college degree as a means to weed out applicants without
interviewing them. If they make the requirement of a degree for the
position they're able to eliminate at least 20% of the applicants. By
having even an associates degree you'll increase the available careers
you're eligible for; by having a bachelors degree you'll increase it
more and a masters degree will set you well above the group of other
applicants. If an employer has a choice of two equally experience based
potential employees and one has a higher degree this will carry weight
with the employer.
The greater level of a degree you obtain will
increase the benefits you'll receive. Due to the fact that many
employers require a degree you may need to receive a higher degree level
to set you apart from the other candidates. Having a bachelors degree
when an associates is required, a masters degree when a bachelors is
required or a doctorate degree when a masters is required will set you
apart from the other candidates and provide you with the edge necessary
to get a job. Having a higher level of degree is a statement to
potential employers that you have a greater knowledge of the details
surrounding your field of study.
Due to the fact that you have
greater knowledge in your field of study you'll be able to make more
meaningful decisions and benefit your employer. This means you'll have
greater opportunity to earn bonuses, raises and benefits - not to
mention starting out at a higher salary. Due to the fact that you have
been taught by professionals and those with great experience you've
gleaned information that people without a degree don't have. This will
provide you with the ability to earn and benefit the company you work
for more than your competitors. Your superiors and bosses will want you
to provide them with success in exchange for providing you with
promotions, raises and bonuses. To give them this you'll need to have
all the information and strategy available which may be obtained through
a degree. Basically, having a degree makes you more valuable to an
employer; which makes you able to earn more money.
The most
important aspect of finding a job is obtaining it in a career that you
are truly interested in and love. If you do so you'll be happy no matter
what income you're earning. With a degree you'll be able to focus on
the type of career you love due to the fact that you've already learned
so much about that field that you won't chose to pursue the career if
you don't already love the degree (hopefully). If you're happy with your
career you'll perform better and be a more substantial asset to your
company. Additionally, by bettering yourself through a degree you'll be
more confident and feel more fulfilled in your life and field. Although
people can take away your money, home, friends, family or any asset they
cannot take away your knowledge and experience. Therefore a degree is
the most secure investment you can make in life. Get yours today!