Community College vs. 4-Year University: Pros and Cons Explained

In this video, I reveal the real pros and cons of community college vs. university—based on my journey transferring to UC Berkeley as a CS major 🎓 Whether you’re trying to decide between a 2-year college and a 4-year university or just curious about the transfer experience, this is everything I wish someone told me before I started. ✅ Pros of Community College: • Transfer to dream schools (UCs, Ivy Leagues, etc.) • Save thousands in tuition and living costs 💸 • Flexible schedules + smaller class sizes • Explore majors, grow personally, build study habits ❌ Cons of Community College: • Less social life or school spirit 🥲 • Self-motivation & isolation can be tough • Competitive transfer process • STEM students face heavy workloads 💬 I’ll also share how I stayed focused while my friends were partying at university, and how I got into UC Berkeley. If you’re considering community college—this video is for you. 📩 Subscribe for honest college advice, tech internships, and career hacks: https://arda.short.gy/sub 🔗 Helpful Resources: • 📊 UC Transfer Profile → https://arda.short.gy/transfer-data • 🏆 UC TAG → https://arda.short.gy/uc-tag • 🎓 UC Berkeley Transfer Guide → https://arda.short.gy/ucb-transfer • 📝 PIQ Essay Tips by UCB Counselors → https://arda.short.gy/piq-guide • ✂️ CS Acceptance Rate Article → https://arda.short.gy/cs-acceptance-rate 💬 Tell me your story! Are you in community college or transferring soon? Comment below—I’d love to hear from you. #CommunityCollege #UCTransfer #UCBerkeley #CollegeAdvice #TransferStudent #STEMStudent #BerkeleyTransfer #CollegeComparison #CollegeDecisions #HigherEd