ESSAY OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION
BOYD 1
Topic sentence:
Supporting ideas:
BODY 2
Topic sentence:
Supporting ideas:
CONCLUSION
 SAMPLE
INTRODUCTION
It is a common belief that governments should abolish college tuition fees, irrespective
of/regardless of students’ socio-economic background. However, I partly agree with that.
BODY 1
Topic sentence: On the one hand, there are many compelling reasons why students
should be allowed to pursue college without fee.
Supporting ideas:
- bachelor's degree holders will stand a better chance of landing higher-paid jobs and
bettering their life quality.
- a more educated workforce - a thriving economy but also a civilized society.
BODY 2
Topic sentence: Despite benefits mentioned above, I would contend that the provision of
free-of-charge higher education, in fact, can do both the beneficiaries and society a
disservice.
Supporting ideas:
- The job market - competitive - no longer feasible for even ones with a tertiary degree
to find a job
- put a strain on government coffers - budget deficits, tax hikes, or reduced welfare

CONCLUSION
To sum up, while the potential benefits of university tuition waivers make it seem like a good
idea, I hold a strong belief that the government should not make it free for everyone.