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Is College Worth It? (www.pewresearch.org)

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As economic outcomes for young adults with and without degrees have improved, Americans hold mixed views on the value of college

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[–] UniversalMonk -1 points 1 month ago

Just having a basic 4 year degree today is beneficial for only a handful of people.

I get your point, but I'd disagree. Your example may be for programming or something with certs, but the real world, very very much wants a 4 year degree.

My last job working in insurance, you get a raise and promotion if degree, stuck without. Even a job as a janitor where I worked, could only become building manager with a degree. Teacher's aide now, huge raise if degree. Our local police force prefers a degree. Social workers need degree. Most nurses, techs, etc.

And in my area, most employers prefer a degree. Now I would def argue that not every position here "needs" it, but in order to have a chance, you're way better off having one.

On the other hand, all my examples may still fit in your "handful."

My advice: Get a degree, IF you can afford it, and IF you can do it without debt. If you do have to take student loans, compare the amount you borrow the the amount you'd be making in the first year. Also make sure it's a needed job field/degree.