Is college really necessary?

  Most job markets today require a college degree of some kind in order to be hired or move up in rank. I strongly believe that it is necessary for companies to enforce this requirement because of the broad range of jobs our country has. A college degree shows an employer determination and a love to learn, so it would only make sense that they would hire a college graduate over just a high school graduate. Then there is the large contrast between college and high school. College education is more difficult, requires more effort, and places more emphasis on material that students need for advanced careers. College also has majors so that students can find where their interests lie and what career field they can excel in. In contrast, high school education covers a general field of material in order to give students a broad understanding of math, science, English, and art. High school education is there to motivate students to actually move on to college, where students can prepare for a career. An employer knows this so they strongly encourage a college degree, because it shows much more than your name and what degree you have. It shows character, dedication, work ethic, and most of all preparation for the job market.