It was awesome, great educational experience, obviously very affordable. You can pick up a bunch of new skills on the way to your degree. I got to learn the basics of all the main types of welding, some machine shop, makerspace stuff, etc. I also got to play new musical instruments and join a beginner ensemble.
The fact that tuition is inexpensive and you're free to set your own schedule means that you can try a bunch of new things in a structured environment. It's awesome.
Academically, the classes were challenging and rigorous and definitely prepared me for transferring to my university.
My CC also had a lot of undergrad research opportunities (for a community college) which is a decisive factor for people trying to become scientists.
Also community colleges are often the only place to go for certifications like EMT or a nursing degree.
Clubs were a great way to stay engaged and I got to do and see things through student organizations that I would not have been able to otherwise.
It was awesome, great educational experience, obviously very affordable. You can pick up a bunch of new skills on the way to your degree. I got to learn the basics of all the main types of welding, some machine shop, makerspace stuff, etc. I also got to play new musical instruments and join a beginner ensemble.
The fact that tuition is inexpensive and you're free to set your own schedule means that you can try a bunch of new things in a structured environment. It's awesome.
Academically, the classes were challenging and rigorous and definitely prepared me for transferring to my university.
My CC also had a lot of undergrad research opportunities (for a community college) which is a decisive factor for people trying to become scientists.
Also community colleges are often the only place to go for certifications like EMT or a nursing degree.
Clubs were a great way to stay engaged and I got to do and see things through student organizations that I would not have been able to otherwise.
Can't go wrong there imo.