Education

Many College Degrees Are Now Useless—Here’s What Is Worth Your Money

From Forbes: “Nearly half of Americans believe it’s (a degree) less important for securing a well-paying job than it was two decades ago … Major companies like Apple, IBM and Hilton have eliminated degree requirements for many roles, opting instead to evaluate candidates based on their experience and practical skills … Pew’s survey also found that more than half of college graduates are underemployed, working in roles that neither require a degree nor utilize the knowledge they paid the universities to acquire. Even a decade after graduation, 45% remain in such positions … By 2031, while most jobs will demand some form of postsecondary education, that doesn’t necessarily mean a bachelor’s degree, and for many careers, it may no longer be the smartest path.”

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