( Word Reader - Unregistered ) www.word-reader.com Why go to university? Nowadays, it is no longer difficult for a child in a common family to attend a college or university However, different people have different reasons for attending colleges I think there are basically two main reasons: One is for a degree, which is important in finding a job; another is for knowledge that we acquire for the better understanding of the whole world and ourselves To get a degree is a direct aim as well as a result to go to college No one would be happy with four years hard work without a diploma In the competitive job market, a degree is a very important factor in finding a good job Admittedly, a higher degree does not mean that you have a higher capability or have abundant knowledge, it merely means your education background, but which is most employers wanted Besides, your salary is related with your degree In general, people possess a college diploma will earn twice or more income than those who just finish their high school So, if you want to live a better life than the average, you have to attend college Of course, another important reason, and I think it should be a primary reason for attending college is to acquire knowledge Since universities are the cradle of many invents and discoveries in science and technology, people attend a university can expand their knowledge about history, society, culture, as well as the latest science development To pursue knowledge is man`s nature, and to go to a university is a best way to it In sum, whether people attend college for career preparation or for their interests in knowledge, the experience in a university or college is important and unforgettable in one`s life