I have written many essays but don't recall having to write an essay to get into college.

Education Matters Does education matter? Is it a waste of time and money? These are questions with which many of us are faced throughout our lives. I, having thoroughly debated the merits of each, believe I can provide an answer gained through hard-won life experience. The value of an education was stressed to me early. When it became clear during primary school I did not share this value, I sought alternatives. This led to years of military service and travel...