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American Dream Essay- Education
Course: College Writing I (WRIT 105)
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University: Montclair State University
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College Writing 1
American Dream Essay
One of the most important steps in creating a better future is to educate today’s youth.
Educators have the task of giving a valuable education to the newer generation, which would
benefit many of these youth in the future. There are a number of countries that prosper due to the
high level of education of the overall population. If all countries around the world are able to
educate its population, international communication will become unchallenging and
advantageous for the world. Education could be gaining knowledge from teachers or life
experiences, to learning the difference between right or wrong. In other words, education allows
one to choose an ethical path to follow. For that very reason, many people try their best to
receive a higher education in seek of fulfilling the American Dream. For past generations, the
American Dream was to finish high school, go to college, and eventually obtain a well paying
job, which would allow one to create their own family, own all the luxuries in the world, and not
lift a finger. Many thought of America to be the a country where all of your dreams will come
true, and that one day there would be a possibility of becoming wealthy. However, one must
come to the realization that education is America doesn’t come cost-free. Therefore, one’s
American Dream could either be fulfilled or unattainable depending on their access to education.
There comes a fork in the road when one finishes high school and thinks about their
future life. While the thought of having a life full of luxuries is pleasant, it’s nearly impossible to
do so without receiving an extended education. Most teenagers’ biggest or top goals is to get
accepted into their dream university, leading them a step closer to their desired future. If one
proceeds with their education and receives their degree, they are at an advantage, as not everyone
has the opportunity to do so. One who has received a college education goes into the world being
able to get an entry level job in their field of study, and pursue their career. For instance, a
