Academic Excitement

By the time spring rolls around, most colleges have begun moving towards the final stretch before finals exams. You鈥檒l find students with their noses down studying and typing away on their laptops. Along with this, plenty of presentations, displays, and performances will be taking place around this time. These give an excellent view of student extracurricular activities and academic accomplishments.

Beautiful Scenery and Sports

Spring months also bring gorgeous weather to many campuses as the winter finally rolls away and trees begin to bloom again. You should see plenty of students and faculty walking around campus and enjoying the warmer weather. In addition, both professional and recreational sports will be underway, so you may be able to catch a baseball game or see students using various sports facilities.

Endless Extracurricular Events

For students at 天涯海角社区, spring is a busy but exciting time, filled with multiple productions, extracurriculars, and on-campus events. The Spring Gala is a fancy dinner party where students get to dress up and enjoy socializing over good food and music. Spring sports are also in full swing, with Highlanders showing their school spirit and working as God-honoring teams.

Students also look forward to various concerts throughout the spring, such as Opera Theater and Chorale productions. These are the culmination of months of hard work and practice from many passionate students, consistently being some of the highlights of the entire semester. Cairn鈥檚 art department also displays paintings, sculptures, and other forms of art throughout the halls of Cairn鈥檚 Biblical Learning Center, with individual senior art shows alternating every few weeks.  

天涯海角社区 invites prospective students and families to schedule a visit and enjoy the lively energy and exciting things happening on campus. Whether Cairn is sitting somewhere in your top college options or you want to gain personal experience that leads to a more informed decision, the spring is an excellent time to plan a visit.  

Take Your Next Steps (With Incentive!)

To make your spring visit even sunnier, Cairn offers a $500 tuition award to students who place a deposit before May 1. In addition, if you choose to visit campus before the date and submit your deposit on the day of your visit, you will receive an additional $500.  These extra incentives will hopefully aid you in making a confident decision after experiencing Cairn for yourself.  

Have we convinced you?听Click here to view our calendar and lock in your visit: /visit/.

For students who love learning, value meaningful conversation, and desire in-depth study, the Honors Program provides an academic experience that is both challenging and formative. It invites students to engage ideas carefully and purse truth within a community guided by Scripture.

At its core, the Honors Program is about developing habits of thoughtful scholarship alongside a lifestyle of service. Central to this experience is the integration of all areas of students鈥� education, stretching them to think deeply while remaining grounded in a biblical understanding of truth.

A Distinctive Academic Experience

The Honors Program emphasizes the ongoing conversation between the Bible, great literature, and the ideas that have shaped the intellectual tradition. Through close reading and guided discussion, students develop the skills to analyze hard texts and engage in academic debate.

Rather than passive learning, students actively participate in discussion, analysis, and debate. This approach sharpens students’ reasoning skills and helps them develop strong oral and written arguments that serve them well in any major or career.听

Dr. Adam Porcella, Director of the Honors Program and Provost at 天涯海角社区, describes the vision behind the program:

“We must also commit to creating classroom environments that are both rigorous and relational鈥攕paces where students can wrestle with hard questions, encounter new ideas, and receive encouragement and听discipleship听from trusted mentors. When done well, this kind of education not only informs students but transforms them.”

In practice, this vision informs the Honors Program’s emphasis on learning in community.

Learning in the Honors Program Community

Community is a defining feature of the Honors experience. Students form close relationships with peers who share a love of learning and a desire to pursue truth. Invested faculty members play an active role in the program, mentoring students both inside and outside of the colloquium environment.

Throughout the year, students gather twice a month for shared meals and discussions. These gatherings, along with frequent cultural outings, create space for thoughtful dialogue and lasting friendships. The result is a learning environment where students can engage challenging ideas while growing personally and spiritually.

Mentorship and Integrated Scholarship

A hallmark of the Honors Program is the six-credit capstone project completed under the guidance of a faculty member. This project allows students from any major to pursue a topic that interests them and aligns with their academic and professional goals.

Through sustained research, writing, and mentorship, students learn how to integrate their studies and produce meaningful scholarly work. The project culminates in a formal presentation and critique, offering valuable preparation for graduate study, professional work, and lifelong learning. For many students, this experience becomes one of the most formative elements of their time at Cairn.

In support of this work, the Honors Program includes an annually renewable $2,000 scholarship for participating students. This support reflects Cairn鈥檚 commitment to making deep, academic study more accessible throughout a student鈥檚 undergraduate experience.

Get Started Today with the Honors Program

At 天涯海角社区, the Honors Program is not about prestige alone. We seek to form students who pursue wisdom, love truth, and are prepared to walk a different path in their academic and professional lives. Our Honors students develop the ability to think deeply, communicate clearly, and live faithfully in a complex world. While the study is rigorous, the mentorship and community make for a worthwhile and rewarding experience.

Students interested in learning more about the 天涯海角社区 Honors Program can explore additional details and next steps here or contact honors@cairn.edu for more information. Interested in depositing by March 1? Students who do receive a one time $1,000 award! Take advantage of this offer here!

You want confidence in your decisions. You’re looking for a campus that feels like home. You want growth in the ways God is leading you. 天涯海角社区 offers flexibility, affordability and a Christian community. Year after year, these are the main reasons transfer students choose to continue their education at Cairn.

Flexibility (without compromise) 

Your path forward should make sense. You already have college credits, and you shouldn鈥檛 have to sacrifice staying on track for the environment you desire. You want a university that honors the work you鈥檝e already done and helps you build on that foundation. That is why Cairn evaluates transfer credits carefully to make sure your progress counts. Transfer students can utilize our credit estimator tool to see how their credits will apply, so they can make decisions sooner with confidence!

Many schools look flexible on paper, but they are not always transfer friendly. The idea of flexibility is more than just a talking point for our transfer students; it’s a commitment from us to you. You can study on campus in Langhorne, PA, or online from home. You can build a schedule that respects your life, job, ministry, and next steps. But the flexibility of our programs doesn’t mean lowering academic expectations. When you transfer to Cairn, you are choosing an education that challenges you to think deeply, communicate clearly, and prepare for professional life after college.

Flexibility also saves you time, and paired with affordability, it can save you cost too. 听

Affordability 

Now more than ever, knowing the cost of college upfront is so important. The process of transferring doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Cairn is committed to making a private, biblically integrated education within reach through strong financial aid and scholarships designed specifically for both freshmen and transfer students.

Our Financial Aid team works closely with each student to create a plan that supports their pursuits towards graduation. This includes federal and state aid, academic scholarships, and need based assistance. In addition, many transfer students also benefit from our partnerships with community colleges and other institutions which can lead to additional savings and scholarship opportunities.

The goal is simple. You can pursue the degree you want while keeping your costs manageable and your future open. At Cairn, affordability is something we actively work toward with every student.

Community 

Cairn鈥檚 education stands out among others because of the community that shapes it. Transfer students often worry they will always feel new. But Cairn transfer students will tell you a different story. You are welcomed quickly and known by name. You are invited into a community that values encouragement, accountability, and genuine relationships.

Professors invest not only in your academic success but also in your spiritual growth. Fellow students include you in activities, clubs, worship, and service opportunities. Small class sizes help you connect deeply with faculty and peers. Our transfer students often say that 天涯海角社区 feels like home sooner than they expected.

Why transfer to Cairn?

You have a direction in mind and a calling to pursue. Cairn gives you room to follow that path with confidence. Transfer students choose Cairn because they find what they are looking for. You will discover flexibility that keeps your progress, affordability that honors your resources, and a Christian community that supports your faith. At 天涯海角社区, your education matters and your story matters. If you are ready to take the next step, we are ready to walk with you.

1. The Pathway Center: Guiding You from College to Calling

The Pathway Center helps 天涯海角社区 students prepare for life after college through career development and leadership exploration. You can get help writing a resume, preparing for interviews, or finding internships that fit your goals. This is especially beneficial for first-generation students navigating post-college plans. Staff helps you think beyond a job title and towards what God’s actually calling you to do. 

Whether you鈥檙e preparing for a big interview, or planning next steps after graduation, the Pathway Center is here to walk with you. Meetings are available in person or online. Just visit the Pathway Center to get started.

2. Academic Advisors who Care and Resources that Work

Every Cairn student, whether studying in person or online, is paired with an academic advisor who provides personalized support throughout their college journey. Advisors will meet with you to register for courses and give thoughtful academic advice, keeping you on track until graduation. First-generation college students benefit greatly from this type of tailored guidance. They鈥檙e not just here to sign your forms. They’re mentors. 

In addition to academic advising, our Academic Resource Center (ARC) is equipped with support for students of all skill levels. The ARC resources include a writing lab, tutoring, mentoring, disability services, and special 鈥渉ow-to鈥� workshops. First-generation college students like you bring strength and determination to their studies. At Cairn, you鈥檒l have the right resources to turn that determination into success.

3. First Generation College Student Scholarship

Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but you don鈥檛 have to figure it out alone. Ninety-seven percent of our undergraduate full-time students receive some form of financial assistance. Our Financial Aid team can help you explore grants, scholarships, and loans so you can focus less on the cost, and more on the calling God has placed before you. Plus, first-generation college students can apply for a $500 scholarship to help with things like books, equipment, or other first-semester essentials. If you’d like to apply for the First-Generation College Student Scholarship, notify your 天涯海角社区 admissions counselor and they can assist you.

4. The Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development

College can bring challenges that go beyond coursework. The Center for Christian Counseling & Relationship Development (CCCRD) offers Christ-centered care for your emotional and spiritual well-being.

It鈥檚 a safe and caring space where you can talk through stress, relationships, or personal growth. The staff includes licensed psychologists, therapists, and master鈥檚-level interns trained in both biblical and human sciences. The CCCRD is an essential resource for students seeking emotional support. Learn more about CCCRD resources here.听

5. Community that feels like Family

The most valuable part of college isn鈥檛 found simply in what you learn, but who you walk through it with. At 天涯海角社区, professors, staff, and students share life together. Faculty pray with each other weekly. Resident Directors and Resident Assistants check in, encourage, and challenge you to grow. Between attending chapels, eating meals with friends, joining a club, or being a student athlete, you will surely experience a culture of connection, rooted in something bigger. 

Because college shouldn鈥檛 be just a place you get a degree, it should be a place for real transformation and growth. Being a first-generation college student isn鈥檛 always easy but it鈥檚 an accomplishment to be proud of! We pray at 天涯海角社区 you will find a community that is ready to help you on your journey.

What Does the FAFSA Do?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a governmental resource for college students seeking any form of student aid. These include grants, scholarships and forms of work study without repayment. This form is free to all students, making it easy to begin filling one out within a few clicks.
FAFSA is used by an average of 17 million students each year, all from different cultural and financial backgrounds. Upon completing the form, your information is shared with schools of your choice, allowing them to work with FAFSA鈥檚 information to create a potential offer of aid.

For the sake of preventing fraud and misuse of the form, the US Department of Education actively flags potentially dubious activity within FAFSA forms. This is a .gov website, meaning you don鈥檛 need to worry when submitting your personal information.

Most importantly, a completed FAFSA form is often required by many schools before you can receive school-granted scholarships. Schools use the information provided by FAFSA to determine an individual student鈥檚 financial eligibility.

What You Need to Have On Hand

You will need to submit several important personal documents, some of which you may need extra time to acquire. The official Student Financial Aid website provides this list of potentially necessary documents for the upcoming 2025-26 school year:

• Tax returns
• Records of child support received
• Current balances of cash, savings, and checking accounts
• Net worth of investments, businesses, and farms
• Your parent鈥檚 SSN (if you are a dependent student)

Whether or not some of these documents are needed for your form depends on various factors, so it helps to have them handy, either for the current form or for later years.

As shown in the list of resources above, dependent students will need to provide the personal information of their parents. Some of this can be completed by the parents themselves on their own accounts, so long as you provide them with access on your form.

Update Annually

Your family’s financial situation may change during your years of study. Because of this, your eligibility for aid is assessed annually, and you will need to fill out a new FAFSA each year. Without an updated FAFSA, you will not be able to receive any amount of financial aid.

While your first time filling out the FAFSA may be more time-consuming than you expect, the process will be streamlined for later years since you will be largely updating only information that has seen changes since the last submission. Even if you decide to transfer schools at a later point, you can simply change the school listed on your FAFSA and carry over existing information.

Be Proactive and Submit Early

While the FAFSA form is free to submit, there are crucial deadlines involved. There is a unique deadline for your school or schools of interest, your state of legal residency, and the federal government. While the federal deadline is typically later than the other two, it is beneficial to get on top of filling out the form as soon as possible.

And in case you鈥檙e waiting for there to be a catch, don鈥檛 worry! By submitting your FAFSA form, you are not committing to every loan, scholarship, or grant that you are potentially offered. You will be able to accept or refuse any of the grants, scholarships, or loans included in your letter.

Here we go . . .

Filling out the FAFSA is straightforward, but you will need to keep the following steps in mind:
1. Create a .
2. Gather all important documents (see list from before) and ensure they are up to date.
3. Determine your dependency status.
4. Fill out the FAFSA (and have your parent fill out their part, if applicable).

The FAFSA form for the 2026鈥�27 year opens on October 1, 2025. Complete it with confidence at .

Whether you鈥檝e had your dream school picked out for years or you鈥檙e just beginning your search, one of the most helpful steps in your decision-making process is taking a college campus visit. And when you do, knowing the right questions to ask will maximize the value of the visit.

In this guide, we鈥檒l walk you through 15 smart questions to ask on a college visit, including questions about academics, student life, and faith鈥攕o you can make an informed decision about where you鈥檒l thrive.

Why College Visits Matter

A campus visit gives you more than a tour鈥攊t offers a first-hand look at what daily life is like at a college. You鈥檒l see the facilities, sit in on classes, meet students and professors, and start to picture yourself as part of the community.

But to truly get the most out of your visit, it鈥檚 crucial to ask thoughtful questions that go beyond what鈥檚 listed in a brochure or website. 

Ask These Questions on Your Next College Visit

Here are the top questions to ask during your campus tour. These questions will help you understand what it鈥檚 really like to attend that school鈥攁nd whether it鈥檚 the right fit for your goals.

Questions About the Student Experience

1. Why did you choose this college?
Learn what factors led other students to commit.

2. How would you describe the student community here?
Is it friendly, supportive, competitive, diverse? Consider whether this environment fits your personality.

3. What type of student fits in best at this school?
Understand the culture and whether you’ll feel at home.

4. What do students usually complain about?
Hear unfiltered feedback on dining, dorms, Wi-Fi, class availability, or anything else students mention.

5. Are there plenty of ways to get involved?
Learn about clubs, student government, sports, arts, and leadership opportunities.

6. What do students do for fun on weekends?
Whether it’s outdoor adventures, coffee shops, concerts, or campus events, you鈥檒l want to know how students relax and connect.

Questions About the Academic Experience

7. What are the most popular majors?
This tells you where the college excels academically and may even introduce you to programs you hadn鈥檛 considered.

8. How would you describe the professors?
Are they engaging, accessible, and supportive? Professors make a huge impact on your education.

9. Do you feel you have a good balance between academic rigor and personal time?
You want a college that challenges you academically while still providing ample time to be in community; build relationships; and participate in extracurricular activities like athletics, music ensembles, or clubs.

10. Where can I go if I need academic support?
This is a question you want answered now鈥攕o you know where to go if you need it later. 

11. Does this school prepare you well for your future career?
Ask about internships, career counseling, and job placement after graduation.

Questions About Faith and Christian Community

12. What鈥檚 it like attending a Christian university?
Learn how faith is integrated into academics, student life, and personal growth.

13. How active is spiritual life on campus?
Ask about chapel services, discipleship groups, and how students grow in their faith.

14. Are there ministry or service opportunities?
Explore options for missions trips, outreach projects, and local church involvement.

15. How has studying at a Christian college encouraged your walk with God?
This spiritual transformation is at the heart of Christian education. Hearing how current students are encouraged in their faith will encourage you in yours.

Now That You鈥檝e Asked the Questions, What鈥檚 Your Answer?

Every school has its own personality, strengths, and student culture. By asking intentional questions on your visit, you鈥檒l learn what sets each college apart. And with the additional information you gather, you can make an informed decision about which school seems to fit you best. And remember: While you want to give due diligence to this important decision, you don鈥檛 have to do it in your own strength. 

Why Choose a Christian University?

Christian higher education goes beyond academics. At a Christian college, your mind, heart, and character are shaped through a biblical worldview. You’ll learn how to think critically, grow spiritually, and serve faithfully in whatever career you pursue.

At 天涯海角社区, we鈥檙e committed to preparing students to think deeply, live faithfully, and serve Christ in every area of life. Through a rigorous, Christ-centered education, you鈥檒l be equipped to make a meaningful difference in the world鈥攚hatever your calling may be.

Ready to Plan Your Visit?

Explore what life is really like at 天涯海角社区. Meet our students. Ask your questions. See yourself here. Schedule your campus visit today at cairn.edu/visit.

1. A website isn鈥檛 enough!  

If you鈥檙e interested in Cairn, a virtual tour will only give you a taste of a full college tour experience. It鈥檚 the difference between seeing a picture of a Philly cheesesteak and eating one. Visiting in person will give you a holistic interaction with Cairn鈥檚 campus. 

2. You need to talk to students

On your visit, you鈥檒l be able to ask a variety of students about their experiences. Don鈥檛 be afraid to ask your guides questions: 

• What is the best and worst part about being a student at Cairn? 
• How can students become part of the communities on campus? 
• What鈥檚 something you wish you knew before becoming a student?

It鈥檚 important to be able to ask many different students about their perspectives so you can consider whether you see yourself as a potential student. 

3. Ability to talk to professors

When I was considering Cairn, I had the opportunity to talk to a professor about the University. Even though this professor wasn鈥檛 in my intended area of study, he was willing to talk to me about why I should consider attending Cairn. He invited me to attend one of his classes when I visited campus, and I was struck by the depth of discussion and student engagement in his classroom. His zeal for education is one of the reasons I decided Cairn was my best choice. Upon attending classes as a student, I discovered a plethora of professors passionate about the subjects they teach. If I had never visited campus, I would not have been able to evaluate Cairn鈥檚 professors in the same way.  

4. A chance to walk the campus 

Students who come to visit will be able to walk around our beautiful campus and envision whether or not they can imagine themselves as students. The first time I visited Cairn, I remember loving the abundance of trees on campus; the colors are beautiful in the fall, and I firmly believe some trees were created to be climbed. Whatever path you take or trees you climb in your explorations, visiting the Heritage and Manor residence halls is also important. You鈥檒l see what daily dorm life looks like and can see the possibility of your future as a resident.

5. Opportunity to visit the surrounding area

If you visit Cairn, you鈥檒l also be able to scope out students鈥� favorite local areas. Scouting close coffee shops like Johnson Hall and exploring nearby towns like Newtown will help you picture your potential future homework haunts. My friends and I also take advantage of our nearby Dunkin, Taco Bell, Wendy鈥檚, Chick-Fil-A, and Wawa for any late-night necessities. It鈥檚 nice to drive around the area to see how students can spend their social lives outside of class! Moreover, with a train station within walking distance of campus, there鈥檚 also ample opportunities to head into Center City with friends for all sorts of fun.

As a current student who was once in your shoes, I highly recommend visiting campus. It will make your decision-making process easier, and give you a clearer vision of what Cairn has to offer students. If you鈥檙e able to, don鈥檛 hesitate to schedule a time to visit our campus. Visit cairn.edu/visit for more information and to sign up for a visit today! 

To Go or Not To Go?

Our argument went a little like this:
鈥淚鈥檓 not going to college. I don鈥檛 need to go,鈥� he said simply.
鈥淣o one鈥檚 going to hire you without a college degree,鈥� I argued. 鈥淎nd college graduates make more money, you know.鈥�
鈥淭hat’s debatable. There are lots of good jobs out there that you don鈥檛 need a degree for,鈥� he fought back.
鈥淏ut college will help you become more well-rounded,鈥� I argued relentlessly. 鈥淵ou鈥檒l learn so much about yourself.鈥�
鈥淚鈥檓 smart. I鈥檒l be fine. And college is so expensive. I can learn skills now and I can always go to college later.鈥�
And in some ways, he was right. While I had never considered any other option other than going straight to college after my high school graduation, my younger brother, as well as his friends, found themselves wondering, 鈥淚s college worth the cost?鈥�

Important Factors

The more research I do on the topic, the more I am convinced that it鈥檚 a question without a clear answer. There are many factors that go into making the decision to attend college:

• The high costs of college: Can I afford it? Will I be able to pay off my debt?
• Job security: Even with a college degree, will I be able to secure a job?
• Salary: Will I really earn a higher salary with a college degree than a high school diploma?
• Skills: Will I learn valuable skills in college? Can I just go to trade school?

These are questions I didn鈥檛 ask as a high school student. And while they are difficult and frustrating questions, they鈥檙e important ones, considering the amount of money and time that goes into a college education.

Resources

If you鈥檙e a high school student struggling to make a decision of whether you should attend college, you鈥檙e not alone. Here is a list of resources to help you make the decision that is right for you:

General Information/Overview

• (The Art of Manliness)
• (Forbes)
• Don鈥檛 Know If You Should Go to College? 5 Things You Need to Do Before Making a Decision (Life and Learning, 天涯海角社区)

The Argument Against Higher Education

• (The Choice blog, The New York Times)
• (PBS)

The Benefits of Higher Education

• (Collegeboard)
• (Business Insider)
• 7 Reasons You Should Go to College (Life and Learning, 天涯海角社区)

Alternatives to College

• (Forbes)
• (Art of Manliness)

Making the decision to go to college is a tough one. I hope these resources are helpful to you as you make the decision to attend college, take a gap year, or find an entry-level job. And for those of you wondering, my little brother ended up going to college.

While there are many factors to consider when making the decision to attend college, there are many benefits of earning a bachelor鈥檚 degree. If you鈥檝e researched some schools which are affordable and seem like they could be a good fit, here are a few reasons why you should consider going to college even when you don鈥檛 know what you want to do with your life:

1. Expand your worldview

In college, you鈥檒l meet people you鈥檇 never bump into in your hometown, take courses that you wouldn鈥檛 think you鈥檇 be interested in, and read books you鈥檇 never choose to read yourself.
College is one of the few opportunities you will have in your life to live and learn with people who are very different from you, gain a breadth of knowledge in a variety of subjects, and be exposed to different perspectives and opinions.
Depending on your major, you may also have the opportunity to travel abroad. Explore another country, meet people who don鈥檛 speak the same language as you, and discover how big this world really is.

2. Pursue your interests and passions

Interested in literature and biology? Business and art history? Music and political science? In college, you can explore your diverse interests by choosing two majors, a major and a minor, or one major and two minors. Some schools even allow you to have two majors and two minors! If you鈥檙e worried about wasting time and money, fear not. You鈥檒l have to take general education requirements, so you can work towards your English degree while taking a biology class to fulfill your science requirement and vice versa. Some majors are less flexible, so talk to your advisor before registering for that underwater basket weaving class.
At most four-year colleges, the professors will hold doctorate degrees and are experts in the field. If you think you may be interesting in a topic, meet with a professor in that field to discuss your interests and future career goals. They may provide valuable insight and point you in the right direction.

3. Figure out what you believe

You will be challenged by the people you meet, the books you read, and the lectures you hear from your professors. In college, you鈥檒l be in a place where people have different beliefs and values from you. By engaging in conversations, discussions, lectures, assignments, and personal reflection, you may find that your opinions start to change. Or you may find ways to defend your beliefs and grow more confident in what you believe. Either way, college is a great time to explore, shape, and affirm your core beliefs.

4. Form meaningful relationships

There is nothing quite like the relationships formed in college. You鈥檒l become friends with like-minded individuals and people who share your passions. You鈥檒l also become friends with people who have completely different interests and are from parts of the world you didn鈥檛 even know existed. Many people say that their college friendships are their strongest friendships and considering the amount of time and growth you experience in college, this makes sense.
In college, you鈥檒l also have the opportunity to network and form connections which will help you land a job or internship. There鈥檚 a saying in business: It鈥檚 all about who you know. There鈥檚 some truth to the saying. In college, there are job fairs, professional fraternities, associations, societies, and more to help you network and develop professional relationships.
Some of the relationships you have with your professors may turn into mentorships or friendships. College is a wonderful to make lifelong friends and mentors.

5. Gain experience

While you don鈥檛 have to be a college student to apply for internships and jobs, some companies only hire college students for certain internships. For example, hires juniors and seniors in college as Associate Consultant Interns. Many of these hires go on to become full-time employees after their internship is over. In these cases, it鈥檚 a worthwhile investment to go to college and gain professional experience. After you graduate, you鈥檒l have a degree and experience, which will make more you more marketable when it鈥檚 time to look for a job.

6. Learn听transferable听蝉办颈濒濒蝉

You鈥檒l be required to take classes such as English composition, philosophy, speech, and American literature. Even if you don鈥檛 like the humanities, these classes will help you become a better critical thinker, writer, and public speaker. By taking general education requirements and core classes in your major and joining a club or organization, you鈥檒l learn a number of transferable skills, such as how to鈥�

• Adapt to situations
• Analyze and solve problems
• Cast your vision
• Communicate effectively with others
• Delegate tasks
• Make major decisions
• Manage your time
• Organize events
• Plan ahead
• Set goals
• Work with others

7. Earn a higher salary

Last but certainly not least, research shows that college graduates earn more money than high school graduates.听 states, 鈥�College graduates aged 25 to 32 who are working full time earn about $17,500 more annually than their peers who have only a high school diploma, according to the Pew Research Centre.鈥�
College is an investment, and while the initial costs can be expensive, your degree will provide you with the skills to be qualified for more jobs, job promotions, and higher salaries.
With so many articles going around discussing the value of higher education vs. the cost, making the decision to attend college is not an easy one. Talk to your high school counselor, college admissions counselors, and your parents as you do your research and make your decision.
If you are considering attending a Christian university located in Pennsylvania, contact 天涯海角社区 admissions counselors for any questions you may have at 877.786.2728 or admissions@cairn.edu.