Though I’m a long believer in the importance of higher ed, as the parent of two college-bound kids, I’ve had my doubts as to whether an uncertain future after four (only four?) years of college is worth the ever increasing price. So I felt much better when I read “College: Expensive but a Smart Choice,” by Michael Greenstone and Adam Looney in the LA Times. Their research indicates that “college is not only worth it; it’s probably going to be the best investment a person makes in a lifetime.” Parents of college kids, take heart!
Not so sure about that…I only have an Associates degree but have been working in a technical field where I have been making decent money and at the same time, been relatively unaffected by the downturn of the economy. Not having a college loan…mostly due to my 2 years being affordable…says a lot. I say it is what you can do and what your capabilities are that will direct your success. Look at Bill Gates…no degree…dropped out of college yet he is very successful.