College for All? Experts Say Not Necessarily

Friday, July 30, 2010

The notion that a four-year degree is essential for real success is being challenged by a growing number of economists, policy analysts and academics. They say more Americans should consider other options such as technical training or two-year schools, which have been embraced in Europe for decades. 

 

As evidence, experts cite rising student debt, stagnant graduation rates and a struggling job market flooded with overqualified degree-holders.

 

They pose a fundamental question: Do too many students go to college?

 

(0) Comments • Permalink