Wolcowitz said that, although he opposes a three-year option, students and families are justified in trying to alleviate the financial burden of a college education.
"Students have a right to be concerned about finances, but shortening the curriculum is not the right way to handle the rising cost of education," Wolcowitz said.
Most students interviewed yesterday said they liked the idea of spending four full years in college.
"College is not only what you learn in class, but also is the development of the individual," said Allen Chu '94, who opposes the option.
It takes time to mature, Chu said, concluding that "students should still have a fourth year to develop themselves more."
Three years of college would be "too intense," said Chloe Zubieta '95, arguing that rushed students would miss out on the "extras" they get in college.
"College is more than the classes you take. It is the entire social atmosphere and extracurriculars," Zubieta said