whats a thesis in college

A good thesis statement will:
A thesis statement is the main point that the content of your essay will support. It is an contestable assertion, usually made in one or two sentences, that makes a clear argument about your research topic.

1. answer a question;
2. be engaging; it can be challenged or opposed, thus also defended;
3. pass the “so what? why should I care?” test;
4. be supported by your paper;
5. not be too broad nor too vague.

A strong thesis will:

References:

http://libguides.lvc.edu/c.php?g=333806&p=2245962
http://writingcenter.ashford.edu/writing-a-thesis