College is one of the dreams of those who have just finished their studies in high school. Although there are still many who choose to go straight into the world of work due to economic limitations and other reasons, registration at thousands of universities in Indonesia is always filled with prospective students. The first wave usually starts with the best-selling forms of state university entrance examinations which are now divided into several alternatives. Then, shortly after the results of the state higher education examinations were announced, various private universities turned into places to hunt for these prospective students. In short, the proliferation of private universities can be concluded that they will always be able to accommodate the large number of students who apply. And this will be directly proportional to the number of graduates each year. As a last alternative, of course, private universities are more flexible in determining their capacity.

As the main choice, state universities (PTN) of course apply tough competition due to the limited number of capacities each year. This is also one of the factors that increase 'prestige' for those who usually graduate at one of the PTN. Usually those who manage to pass on these campuses will be seen as 'great' by most people. Nothing wrong with that, considering the many competitors they set aside in order to grab a seat there. So, when students meet each other, the confidence level of students in the three campuses is usually much greater. Directly proportional to the name of the campus which is already famous.

For those who managed to pass the PTN, of course, it's natural to be proud of themselves, but what happened to the thousands of others who failed? Usually there are three choices that they often do.

 Choose to wait

Not a few teenagers today are too obsessed with PTN. A typical person like this will usually prefer to be unemployed first when he fails in his first PTN selection. There are those who choose to be intense in tutoring for a year until the PTN selection is re-opened. This can last up to two years after graduating from high school. Unknowingly, they have wasted two years of their time in vain. In fact, I had several friends who tried the PTN selection three times, and failed. Finally, the choice ended in a private university after feeling stuck at PTN. When they started their first year at university, their classmates were already preparing to write their Final Project. Lost right?

    Stress and Trauma

This is more fatal. Currently, there is already a government program that directly passes outstanding students to the expected PTN. But not all are touched. Problems arise when someone who is known to be smart and always gets a rank in school is declared a failure in the PTN selection. In many cases like this, intelligence in schools sometimes does not guarantee passage to PTN. In fact, many students are 'mediocre' but even graduate at PTN. Many such cases ultimately make those who excel in school but fail to fall mentally. So that his self-confidence will be lost and it is not impossible to be stressed and not accept the situation. Even because of blaming the situation, it can be traumatic and in the end can not move on with life. If it's like this, it's a tough business!

    'Like it or not' study in private

Failing various PTN tests, may be an embarrassing thing for some people. Especially those who have tried it many times. In the end, he chose to return to a private university. Starting with the word forced, they usually will not take it seriously due to several factors. It could be depressed by the situation where the closest friend entered the PTN, the reality does not match the obsession. Then there is also the possibility of receiving bullying from around and so on. Things like this end up getting worse for the student himself. In fact, if it is lived wholeheartedly, of course, it will reap a sweet one in the end.

Talking about college, of course discussing future investments. To be honest, studying at PTN or at PTS (Private Universities) is actually not much different. What are the significant things about the future that PTN students get more than private university students? In this context we are not talking about the material, is there any guarantee from the PTN for the happy future of its students? Of course no one will dare to answer Yes. Even for official high schools that are directly under the ministry, they still have to take an exam if they want to work directly in the relevant agency. If they fail, they will still be unemployed and compete with thousands of graduates every year.

In the end, after graduation, both PTN and PTS alumni will meet again at the same point and compete for a seat in a company. Whoever has the best bid, that is the one who will win in the end. So there should be no need to be fixated on PTN, because someone's quality assurance is no longer seen from the campus background. The quality of a person is determined by the person himself. If you want to be called a quality alumnus, then always do your best wherever you study later. It's an achievement if you can pass at a popular university, but it's not a nightmare if you only get a seat at a private university. So immediately leave the mindset of studying at PTN, you must, Studying at PTS is lowly! The price of graduates is determined by their personal qualities, campus is no longer a guarantee!


 

College is one of the dreams of those who have just finished their studies in high school. Although there are still many who choose to go straight into the world of work due to economic limitations and other reasons, registration at thousands of universities in Indonesia is always filled with prospective students. The first wave usually starts with the best-selling forms of state higher education entrance examinations which are now divided into several alternatives. Then, shortly after the results of the state higher education examinations were announced, various private universities turned into places to hunt for these prospective students. In short, the proliferation of private universities can be concluded that they will always be able to accommodate the large number of students who apply. And this will be directly proportional to the number of graduates each year. As a last alternative, of course, private universities are more flexible in determining their capacity.

As the main choice, state universities (PTN) of course apply tough competition due to the limited number of capacities each year. This is also one of the factors that increase 'prestige' for those who usually graduate at one of the PTN. Especially if accepted in the Top 3 such as ITB, UI, and UGM. Usually those who manage to pass on these campuses will be seen as 'great' by most people. Nothing wrong with that, considering the many competitors they set aside in order to grab a seat there. So, when students meet each other, the confidence level of students in the three campuses is usually much greater. Directly proportional to the name of the campus which is already famous.

For those who managed to pass the PTN, of course, it's natural to be proud of themselves, but what happened to the thousands of others who failed? Usually there are three choices that they often do.

    Choose to wait

Not a few teenagers today are too obsessed with PTN. A typical person like this will usually prefer to be unemployed first when he fails in his first PTN selection. There are those who choose to be intense in tutoring for a year until the PTN selection is re-opened. This can last up to two years after graduating from high school. Unknowingly, they have wasted two years of their time in vain. In fact, I had several friends who tried the PTN selection three times, and failed. Finally, the choice ended in a private university after feeling stuck at PTN. When they started their first year at university, their classmates were already preparing to write their Final Project. Lost right?

    Stress and Trauma

This is more fatal. Currently, there is already a government program that directly passes outstanding students to the expected PTN. But not all are touched. Problems arise when someone who is known to be smart and always gets a rank in school is declared a failure in the PTN selection. In many cases like this, intelligence in schools sometimes does not guarantee passage to PTN. In fact, many students are 'mediocre' but even graduate at PTN. Many such cases ultimately make those who excel in school but fail to fall mentally. So that his self-confidence will be lost and it is not impossible to be stressed and not accept the situation. Even because of blaming the situation, it can be traumatic and in the end can not move on with life. If it's like this, it's a tough business!

    'Like it or not' study in private

Failing various PTN tests, may be an embarrassing thing for some people. Especially those who have tried it many times. In the end, he chose to return to a private university. Starting with the word forced, they usually will not take it seriously due to several factors. It could be depressed by the situation where the closest friend entered the PTN, the reality does not match the obsession. Then there is also the possibility of receiving bullying from around and so on. Things like this end up getting worse for the student himself. In fact, if it is lived wholeheartedly, of course, it will reap a sweet one in the end.

Talking about college, of course discussing future investments. To be honest, studying at PTN or at PTS (Private Universities) is actually not much different. What are the significant things about the future that PTN students get more than private university students? In this context we are not talking about the material, is there any guarantee from the PTN for the happy future of its students? Of course no one will dare to answer Yes. Even for official high schools that are directly under the ministry, they still have to take an exam if they want to work directly in the relevant agency. If they fail, they will still be unemployed and compete with thousands of graduates every year.

In the end, after graduation, both PTN and PTS alumni will meet again at the same point and compete for a seat in a company. Whoever has the best bid, that is the one who will win in the end. So there should be no need to be fixated on PTN, because someone's quality assurance is no longer seen from the campus background. The quality of a person is determined by the person himself. If you want to be called a quality alumnus, then always do your best wherever you study later. It's an achievement if you can pass at a popular university, but it's not a nightmare if you only get a seat at a private university. So immediately leave the mindset of studying at PTN, you must, Studying at PTS is lowly! The price of graduates is determined by their personal qualities, campus is no longer a guarantee!