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@9GXB6PM 2yrs2Y
I don't think college should be free to all because I feel like college should be something that people have to earn, people should earn the right to be able to go to college and work hard for it. If college was free to all than people could just coast by in school, and not even try.
@9GXFYB3Independent2yrs2Y
i dont think college should be free for everyone, however i do believe that more scholarships should be available to lower income households or maybe even first generation college attendees
@9GZZSZ2Republican2yrs2Y
College should be free to all, because not everyone who "earns" their way into college has the appropriate funding to let them carry out their college career. It is one person's own choice to not try in school, but those who earn their place in college, obviously will not decide to do that.
@9GXG3WHRepublican2yrs2Y
College should never be free because college is a choice and it's known that college is very expensive. Students need to pre-plan and budget for college. They can also use their education to work towards scholarships to help pay the prices.
@9GXK7GT2yrs2Y
I believe that the prices of community college are reasonable enough for anyone to find an odd job or savings in order to attend. There should be federal aid for people in situations where this is not affordable though such as being a teen parent or under a certain living wage based on income/hours worked yearly. Private universities should NOT be free as this would propel our country into more debt…
@9FZMX3CIndependent 2yrs2Y
Studies have shown that countries with free or heavily subsidized higher education have higher college enrollment rates and lower student loan debt. It can help alleviate the burden of student loan debt, which has reached record levels. By making college more accessible and affordable, we can empower more individuals to pursue higher education, increase their earning potential, and contribute to the economy. It's an investment in the future of our society and the success of people in my generation and the more to come!
@9GLQJYY 2yrs2Y
It will encourage more people to go to college since there are some people that their family don´t have enough money for college.
@9GLTDGY2yrs2Y
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@VulcanMan6 2yrs2Y
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@HelcovichEmireRepublican6mos6MO
First of all "free college" is not a thing. Really it's "college paid for by taxpayers". Where would teachers get their salaries from if colleges was truly free? It's either the student's family who pays for it or the taxpayers. Now tell me, should hard working tax payers be paying for a college that they don't even care about, or should it be the student's parent's reponsibility to budget for their child's college? Of course it should be the parent's responsibility to ensure their child's future! The K-12 education system is good enough, any more is the parent's responsibility to ensure for their child.
@9GLS77B2yrs2Y
I agree that college should be free for all. People come to America to have a better chance of getting an education and a job. Not many people can afford college because most only get paid minimum wage.
@9GGZPL7 2yrs2Y
Other Countries have free higher education. People are losing interest in college because of the amount of debt you are guaranteed to have once you complete your degree, or if you attempt college and drop out, you will still have debt. Even with scholarships and things like the Oregon Promise, you still will have to take out loans and pay a lot of money out of pocket even with finical aid.
I think that college/university should be free for all especially in America. Countries with less money overall are able to provide their citizens with free colleges so our country should do the same. The government wants us to get higher paying jobs with higher level skills; however this can't be done with the amount that colleges are asking for.
@9GGD5TP 2yrs2Y
Free College for all, for the most part, I think that free college should go to the people willing to continue their life and work hard for success and really want to strive at life, free college will change smart lower-class families looking for a better life.
@9FXCBHT 2yrs2Y
More then 60 percent of the people vote yes to having a free 4 year college degree for people that wish to attend them. over 70 percent of the people in the US are in borrowing debt after college. Therefore College should be free all the way around and just have the government fund the professors and workers at the colleges.
@9FXCYK9Libertarian2yrs2Y
who ever wrote that sentence is retarded and needs to learn how to debate. news flash not everything is free especially education other countries do not have the access we have. we are 30 trillion in debate college is expensive and not free.
@9FXCBHT 2yrs2Y
30 trillion dollars in debt you mean? To be able to debate you need to focus on proper capitalization, your facts would be true if you worded them correctly. Yes the U.S. is in 30 trillion dollars in debt, we are the country with the most debt but one of the strongest militaries, as well as the top country for education. We are in debt to be able to do the things the US does and have the freedom that we have. Other countries don't have the access we have because their government cannot access the financial resources to provide strong education.
@T3rritorialCodSocialist2yrs2Y
Indeed, when we look back through history, it's clear that the US has often been willing to spend significantly in the name of progress and national development. For instance, the GI Bill, enacted after World War II, provided educational benefits for returning veterans. This led to an unprecedented boom in higher education and economic growth which eventually outweighed the initial costs. Given such historical precedence, wouldn't it be plausible to argue that investing in free higher education could potentially lead to similar positive outcomes?
@9GHZVZ6 2yrs2Y
It's a matter of national defense that America be among the best educated countries. Plus, each of us should be encouraged to contribute to the best of our abilities without favoring the rich and well connected.
@9GJ7MM32yrs2Y
Where do you suppose the money for free college will come from? The money has to come from somewhere and I guarantee it is going to come from the middle class. Not everyone needs to go to college.
@9GJ745ZIndependent2yrs2Y
It will increase taxes and those same rich people will not be affected as much as the working class.
@9FWH74LWomen’s Equality2yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
@9FWHSJ32yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
@9GFZ7Z32yrs2Y
Free college for all gives students a chance to do something with their life for no cost, some people want to experience college but can't because it's too expensive
@9GFZNL32yrs2Y
How the world is set up today you need college to be successful and there is a lot on low income people with not a lot of opportunities who is really smart and cant attend college because of the funds it take to attend and then is stuck working at a job they don't even like.
@9GKFN65 2yrs2Y
Access to higher education shouldn't be so restrictive. The richest country in the world should be able to meet the same education standards as other developed nations.
There is a need for free college for everyone since, due to the high cost of education, many Americans do not have the opportunity to list their education on their resumes. As a result, even though they would have greater options than those who could afford to attend university, fewer employers would be ready to hire them. We've been going to school for free, from grades K-12, so why when we get to college we have to pay so much?
@9GJTLXY 2yrs2Y
College would get watered down. This is basic economics. If everyone has access to something than the people who really need/want it will no longer get the benifits from it. For example, if there is a hurricane and people want gas, but the gov. puts a price ceiling on the price of 2 dollars then there will be a huge line, filled with people who are just getting it to be cautious, but someone who needs it for a real emergency still has to wait on that line. But if gas was 10 dollars than bo one will get gas besides the ones who really need it. Same principle applies.
@9GJSBXB 2yrs2Y
The United States is already over eleven trillion dollars in debt, we need to cut our expenses not add to them. Offering free college for all would just add even more debt weakening the dollar. Free college for all would also make Americans lazy, the price of college inspires people to work and boosts the economy.
@9GJVXHS 2yrs2Y
College is pretty much useless at this point, you can learn anything you need to know from the internet and not be in debt from using student loans that way, and since people are now figuring out that the return for the debt is really close to nothing, colleges are down in enrollment. The internet is the future of the following generations and we should focus on that instead of becoming indoctrinated from liberal colleges.
@9GK4LCT2yrs2Y
Adding the ability to go to school for free will have potential adverse effects. This may include those with little to no ability for to attend college due to time constraints. Potential consequences may include inability to hire those who are qualified for the job who as mentioned cannot obtain the degree. Those mentioned may have the potential to have issues with getting hired due to higher standards which can cause higher numbers of unemployed people.
@9HYFW3P 2yrs2Y
Free College for All makes higher education more accessible by reducing financial barriers. Studies show that rising tuition costs and student loan debt can hinder access to education. Countries like Germany and Norway have already seen positive outcomes with free college systems. Investing in Free College for All promotes equity and empowers students to succeed.
@9GVZ7362yrs2Y
I believe that all who wish to pursue higher education should be treated the same as those in K-12 schools and should be able to not worry about the financial cost of it so they have to work for decades to pay it off.
@9H24GMVRepublican2yrs2Y
people who aren't able to pay a tuition but has done a great job of not getting in trouble in the 1-12 grade year should be able to get a tuition free for doing an amazing job of fighting for their dreams.
@9H25PL82yrs2Y
Yes because it is not fair for them to do good in school for that long and not be able to go to college because they cant afford it.
@9H25J2W2yrs2Y
i agree because those who have worked hard and never got in trouble in their lives but cant afford the tuition for college should be able to attend colllege for free or for a very low amount thats affordable
@9F6RJQN 2yrs2Y
There's no such thing as free money, paying for people's college degrees is irrational because loans, by definition, should be paid back. Furthermore, if a student cannot pay for college, they should realize there are other paths in life that yield successful careers, such as a trade school.
@9FDZ2KF2yrs2Y
As inflation increases the cost of living increases but minimum wage hasn't increased. Therefore raise minimum wage ie raising for all or forgive loans.
@9FDTQ2H2yrs2Y
Education shouldn't be something people have to pay for if they want to make a living in life, why pay for a diploma that most jobs require just for them to be in debt.
@9GXNJ782yrs2Y
College for those that are capable of succeeding and providing more value to the economy should be free as it is to the benefit of everyone. Money should not be a barrier for any citizen that is able and willing.
People go to college to better themselves financially, and provide a service to society. Why should they be charged for this? Why should there be a price tag for a necessity? If you want the country to be strong you need its citizens in a secure position economically. Student debt weakens college graduates and places them into economic downfall. This benefits no one. It places workers in a position where they are not at their best. Our tax dollars should pay for college. It’s an investment in the fabric of our nation. We need a strong and secure work force to keep things in a secure place.
@9GYJ6DW2yrs2Y
Many people who attend college end up with high debt due to college funds and may be the reason for dropping out. If we give free college, many people can continue their education.
Implementing Free College for All is a vital step to address the growing challenges in higher education. Rising tuition costs have led to an overwhelming student loan debt crisis, now exceeding $1.7 trillion. This policy not only alleviates the financial burden on students but also promotes equity by ensuring equal access to higher education. It's a sound investment in our nation's future, as college graduates tend to earn more and contribute to economic growth. Many other developed countries already offer tuition-free or low-cost education, putting American students at a disadvantage in the global job market. By making higher education accessible, Free College for All can help bridge the skills gap and provide a pathway to economic prosperity while addressing systemic issues in our education system.
@9GSCPLV2yrs2Y
Simply by providing free college, the U.S. can utilize potential brain power and even stimulate economies by creating college graduates and entering them into the workforce.
@9GR95T82yrs2Y
I agree with the statement people who have been working hard their whole life but have been held back by their financial situation should have a chamce to persue their education
@9H28CJT2yrs2Y
Everyone should have the opportunity to have a college tuition if they dont use that opportunity well , then it is their decision . College is a way to make something out of this society , sometimes .
@9H247T52yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
@9GTRB6R2yrs2Y
All across America, college is a huge problem, as you are brought from high school, right into adult life. This change is a problem for many as they aren't ready to become an adult yet, which once they are out of college and matured, they have to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars just because they HAD to get a diploma to get a job with an affordable salary.
@9H3C4KK2yrs2Y
free college for all can boost overall workforce skills, contributing to economic growth. Communities with such policies often experience higher educational attainment rates and increased GDP. Additionally, it helps reduce student debt burdens, fostering financial stability for individuals and promoting a more educated society.
@9GS2CB52yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
@9H2KCDG2yrs2Y
Free college should be for anyone, to the poor people it can help them rise from the floor to pick themselves up.
@9GT3Y352yrs2Y
A lot of income people don't really want to go to college because they are aware on how expensive it is to get in. that's why most of them try their very best to do good at schools but college asks for to much and they should raise their acceptance rate.
@9FRSTZ32yrs2Y
66 Free College Education Statistics: 2023 Data, Trends ...
62% of Americans believe that public universities and colleges should offer free tuition to those who wish to attend them.
@9H5JQTB 2yrs2Y
Biden's latest plan only applies to community colleges, which focus on career and vocational education of the sort Republicans support.
@9H5KNXB2yrs2Y
yes i agrees, Because there are people who need the opportunity to study at university but cannot because of the cost, I think they should give them scholarships.
@9G76CXS2yrs2Y
College should be free for all just how public schools are (besides paying taxes). College is required for jobs with higher incomes and its unfair to those that are already low income and want to make more money, but dont have the qualifications for the job.
@9GB4TTC2yrs2Y
with the rates of enrolement campoared to graduation of college we see that not alot of people are able to pay for all 4-5 years in order to achieve ther major.
@9GBDTKP2yrs2Y
I myself am low-income and can't go to an IV college or my dream college because I can't afford it. It limits people from going to good colleges, and colleges they worked hard to go to.
@9H2V95S2yrs2Y
If you were accepted into a high-class university, but you couldn't afford it wouldn't you be mad because you have the chance and capability to do so yet the only thing holding you back is financial stability?
@9GT8Q5R2yrs2Y
Those who do not have the financial means to go to college shouldn't be denied education simply because they don't have the money for it.
@9GQY67R2yrs2Y
Free college for all is somewhat reasonable. I think it will be very helpful for those who don't have much money but have to get more than one child through college.
@9GPGJX82yrs2Y
This gives an opportunity for students who have potential to have success in a career in what they want to do without being financially worried.
@9FSWYZR2yrs2Y
I believe that college should only be free for those who complete it. So, if you complete college, it is free, but if you drop out, you will have to pay.
@9H4RTR82yrs2Y
Every year, college prices are increased by inflation by 4%, to just under $40,000 per year, 2/3rds of the wage of a minimum wage worker per year.
@9FSSQWZ2yrs2Y
Providing free college for all gives every student a chance at earning the degree they may never be able to get if it isn't free, low-income families can simply not provide for college. Students can be extremely smart, and get into top universities but cannot afford them, therefore aren't able to attend them.
@9GPZQ882yrs2Y
free college is a good idea because we would have more educated people at a higher level and more jobs.
@9FTXW5M2yrs2Y
If college was free for all then students from poor families will be able to attend the best colleges without having to worry about the money. Most of the time, students drop out or suffer from debt if the tuition is too much, like students who plan to attend the college but are coming from out of state. It is unfair that they have to pay $20,000-$50,000 more than the average student who attends in state.
@9GXP2662yrs2Y
A great article that does a decent job on laying out the statistics is the 66 Free College Education Statistics: 2023 Data, Trends & Predictions posted on June 28,2023.
https://research.com/universities-colleges/free-college-education-statistics.
@9FS2JC32yrs2Y
Public colleges should get paid for just like public high schools. Although, not everyone is required to attend.
@9GWPXYV2yrs2Y
Despite first-generation college students making up one-third of today's students, only 27% graduate in four years, according to NASPA's Center for First Generation Student Success. Among those from low-income households, about 90% do not graduate within six years, according to EAB, an education consulting firm.
@9GYKSWV2yrs2Y
Many students don't attend college due to how expensive it can be. Many either drop out or go into dept and even lose their chance to chase after their dreams due to not being able to afford college.
@9GHZ3V3Independent2yrs2Y
because a lot of low income families want a chance and their chance is their kid that is very giving and smart to get a scholar ship and to create a life for themselves and to help their parents
@B5LKW35 4mos4MO
This I agree with because we need free college for people who really want to have it and not have to pay close to $5,000 dollars or more a year for a single class that said person wants to take.
@9G46YS62yrs2Y
College costs continue to rise, making it more difficult for high school students to continue in college. Inside Higher Ed study found that 38 percent of students didn't enroll because of fears about the cost of college and amassing debt. If we want students to further their education to fill the spots of those retiring, we need to help them ease their fears of financial burdens.
@9G7YTLQ2yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
@9GGXB7W2yrs2Y
Not all students can afford to pay for college and each student should have the opportunity to study and not stress about having to pay for it. Especially parents that come from other countries and came to the United States to have a better life for them and their children. There are more than half of 56%, of college students that can no longer afford their tuition tab, according to a survey students took name One Class. Students. Over 72% college students experience financial stress, worry and fear of being unable to meet tuition cost 60% and meet monthly expenses 50%.
@9GFXQZZ2yrs2Y
Free college will make our general population smarter, as well as giving them basic life skills. Education is a basic right and should not hinge on economic transition
@9GFYLDHWomen’s Equality2yrs2Y
Free college will heighten the percentage of young adults to higher education. Making our country more educated will benefit the overall stance of the U.S.
@9G9DQHH2yrs2Y
Consider a larger variety of what "low-income" means because with inflation now there are many students like myself that are not considered low-income and still cannot pay for college.
@9FWGS222yrs2Y
I think there should be free college for all. I say this because if there are families that are a very low income, they cannot afford to send their kids to college and if the kid isn't lucky to get a scholarship, they then have to take out a student loan which they may or may not be paying off for 20 years plus debating on how much the schooling cost. This hurts the students if they need time where they have to shadow someone without pay because they may not be financially stable enough to do this which makes it very hard for them to make a career out of what they went to college for. if there was free college they would be able to stay at a dorm or at the parents house and be a intern or shadow without pay if needed.
College can be expensive and a lot of students got other financial things to deal with, that's why a lot of people stay in debt.
@9H2ZM522yrs2Y
Free college for all is a need since because colleges are too expensive many U.S. Citizens do not have a opportunity to have their studies on their resume therefore there would not be many people willing to hire them although being better options that people that could afford going to university
It would make a lot more people be out of poverty with a degree people are far likely to get a job and be able to sustain themselves and family, and with out having to pay for it would likely raise how many people would want to go and give people the ability to go.
@9HKVGTF2yrs2Y
Students are the future of this country and if we have half educated people who only whent to high school because of money problems than how will we be able to progress as a country.
@9FR4LFSRepublican2yrs2Y
It gives people the opportunity to save money more efficiently and it would cause less suffering for those stressed about paying thousands of dollars back.
@9FG7B4H2yrs2Y
I think we could have free college since we we did all kids who can;t paty for their debt could go to college without any worries.
@9F9PNTYRepublican2yrs2Y
Free college for all would oversaturate the amount of "skilled" workers, and the amount of people with degrees working for minimum wage would skyrocket.
@9G77RS92yrs2Y
There is no reason that any form of education, higher or lower, should be limited by income or status. Everyone interested in becoming more educated in any field should be accommodated.
@9GVZSM62yrs2Y
People with kids, old people, young people, everyone should be able to accesses an education for free. They would still pay for there personal items. People that get scholarships should not be the only ones who dont have to pay for collage. It has been said that "everyone is created equal" which means we should be treated equal. So everyone should not have to pay for there future.
the Students might still require loans for living expenses and related costs, but it certainly would amount to less. A 2020 study by the American Enterprise Institute estimated that free college would reduce new borrowing by $177 billion between 2020 and 2030, a reduction of 15% over the otherwise projected amount. In the case of an economic downturn when one industry falters, another generally rises to replace it. Then, workers need to be retrained and taught skills for the job.z
They should because say the student can’t get enough money to go to college they might end up with a lower paying job then if they did.
@9GT9KTJ2yrs2Y
We need college in order to find out what we have to do for our futures. It's where we get our degrees that are shown in an interview to get hired. How would someone be able to do find out what they have to do when they stress about having to get the money to attend college?
@9H38D9B2yrs2Y
Foisting debt upon those without experience in the market and resources to avoid debt just creates a situation where people trying to find work are less able to do so, and stifles economic activity for a large portion of the population. College degrees do not guarantee jobs anymore and are now frequently minimum requirements for most positions, so free access to them is required for students to be able to find work without getting caught in a debt trap.
@9FS6L2XRepublican2yrs2Y
Average college prices range from $26,000-$55,000 a year. The average amount a college student earns per year is $26,000-$42,000 per year. This means that the average student is in debt most of their college time. This means free college should be for all.
@9H5FHV22yrs2Y
It would help all students especially ones in need create opportunities to get them out of their situations and create generational wealth over the next years of their lives.
@9F9YHZD2yrs2Y
College is either earned for doing good in school or you have enough money for it. It wouldn't mean anything if everyone was able to get into any college.
@VulcanMan6 2yrs2Y
College is for further education, there is no way to make education worthless; admitting that college wouldn't be worth anything if anyone could freely access it just proves that you view college as a class gateway.
@9GTXD5V2yrs2Y
A lot of people can qualify for college, but a lot of people cannot afford college which is really bad in today economy.
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