There are a LOT of factors that you're not considering with that statement. For some (many?), the decision isn't that easy. Here's why:

- Are you going to college to escape a really bad situation at home?

- Are you going to college because your local community college isn't good at preparing you for a four-year college and has a bad/incompatible atmosphere?

- Are you going to college because you'll be ostracized by your family (that you love very much) if you don't, even if you (or they) can't afford it?

- Are you going to college because the study that you feel is your life calling can only properly begin at a reputable four year?