Should You Ever Skip Class? - College Info Geek

TL;DR

Skipping class in college comes with financial and opportunity costs but can be justified if there is a valuable alternative use of time.

Transcript

Hey, what's up guys? So today we are tackling the age old question, is it ever worth it to skip a class? Now, you're probably expecting me to say something like, "Always go to class, eat your vegetables, I'm your dad," because I have a beard and I'm probably a bit older than you but if I said that this video would be five seconds long and it ... Read More

Key Insights

• 🤑 Skipping a college class means wasting the money you already paid for it.
• 🏛️ The value and importance of each class may vary.
• 😌 The value of college lies in the signaling value of your degree and the knowledge/skills gained.
• 💁 Skipping a class can have consequences such as missing important information or forming a negative perception with your professor.
• 🏛️ Skipping class should be a thoughtful decision considering the costs and benefits.
• 🏛️ It is important to have a friend who can fill you in or copy the notes if you decide to skip class.
• 🏛️ Staying up to date on out-of-class work is crucial when skipping a class.

Questions & Answers

Q: How much money do you waste by skipping a college class?

By skipping a class, you are throwing away the $17 you already paid for that class, based on the cost per credit and number of times the class meets during the semester.

Q: Are all college classes of equal value?

No, general education classes may not hold as much importance as major classes, and within each class, certain sessions may be more valuable than others.

Q: What is the value of attending college classes?

The value lies in the signaling value of your degree to potential employers and the knowledge/skills gained that enhance your earning potential in the future.

Q: What are the potential consequences of skipping a class?

Skipping a class can result in missing vital information for tests, lower GPA, or forming a negative perception with your professor.

Q: What other costs are associated with attending classes?

In addition to financial costs, attending classes requires the investment of time, which could be used for other valuable activities.

Q: Are there situations where skipping class can be justified?

If there is a valuable alternative use of time that outweighs the financial and opportunity costs of skipping class, such as attending a beneficial event or gaining valuable skills outside of class.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Skipping a class in college means throwing away money, as each class comes with a cost of $16.67.

• Not all classes have the same value, with general education classes being less important than major classes.

• The value of each class lies in the signaling value of your degree and the knowledge/skills gained.