There are advantages and disadvantages to both aspects of a college education. If a student attends a smaller school, they have easier access to their teachers if they need help, but if they attend a larger school, they lose this helpful aspect. Attending an honors college also has pros and cons. For example, an honors college allows a student to focus on their field of study and take core courses in that field. An honors college is more competitive for each field of study because more than a few people go there. It is also more competitive than a public college because each student competes to secure a place in that major or at a private college. The pros and cons should be known before attending a college based on what the specific student expects from their