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Ryan
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When you graduate from college, will it matter what college I went to?
Does it matter where I go to college? Is it worth going to an Ivy League? I want to get a great job with opportunities for promotion, learning and earning a good living. #college #job
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Douglas Baenen
Sales
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Oakland, California
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A few things to keep in mind:
1) A college degree shows your employer that, above all else, you are educable - capable of learning new things, prioritizing your time, and solving problems.
2) Certain colleges are known to specialize in different areas, so depending on the job skills required, graduating from a certain college may offer some advantages. There is certainly prestige associated with colleges that are hard to get into, so this likely opens up opportunities you may not otherwise get.
3) Promotions generally come from accomplishment, so hard work and commitment to always trying to improve the value you bring to the job will be the key, not necessarily the college you attended.
1) A college degree shows your employer that, above all else, you are educable - capable of learning new things, prioritizing your time, and solving problems.
2) Certain colleges are known to specialize in different areas, so depending on the job skills required, graduating from a certain college may offer some advantages. There is certainly prestige associated with colleges that are hard to get into, so this likely opens up opportunities you may not otherwise get.
3) Promotions generally come from accomplishment, so hard work and commitment to always trying to improve the value you bring to the job will be the key, not necessarily the college you attended.
Lucy Tran
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Lucy’s Answer
I went to a non-ivy league school and was able to succeed and get to where I want to be in my career. I currently work in tech in San Francisco and I am well paid and have been promoted several times in my career. I think any higher education institution shows that you are capable and can learn and adapt.
However, I do believe top tier schools do provide their students and equip them with more resources, better teachers (because they're well funded), and more variety of courses. You will get the right system, but it's really also up to the individual to drive their education and experience forward. Also, the school and education is only ONE component of getting hired with a company. The other factors such as participation in other extra curricular activities, internships, and jobs actually make an impact on how you get hired with companies and succeed as well!
However, I do believe top tier schools do provide their students and equip them with more resources, better teachers (because they're well funded), and more variety of courses. You will get the right system, but it's really also up to the individual to drive their education and experience forward. Also, the school and education is only ONE component of getting hired with a company. The other factors such as participation in other extra curricular activities, internships, and jobs actually make an impact on how you get hired with companies and succeed as well!
Roger Hancock
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Hi Ryan: I saw your question a week ago and was hoping someone else would answer it first. And, you and others might not like my answer. But, to me, it does matter what college you go to. I went to the University of Southern California. And, what I learned at USC was phenomenal and set me on a path to success. USC and the Trojan Family take great care of their alumni when it comes to employment after college. My first couple of jobs ( and my promotions at work and increased pay) were directly related to me being a USC graduate. Trojan alumni provided me with incredible opportunities and career advancement in the workforce right out of college.
If you go to an Ivy League school, you will certainly have the opportunity to get a great job and earn a good living.
If you go to an Ivy League school, you will certainly have the opportunity to get a great job and earn a good living.