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Is College Still Worth the High Price? Weighing Costs and Benefits of Investing in Human Capital

Is College Still Worth the High Price? Weighing Costs and Benefits of Investing in Human Capital

Students have several options for life after high school. While college has been a popular choice, college enrollment for recent high school graduates has dropped, and some people are challenging the notion that college is the best route for the majority of students. This article examines whether college is still a good investment.
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Higher Education, College, Return on Investment, Human Capital
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Date Added to MERLOT:
February 25, 2024
Date Modified in MERLOT:
July 25, 2024
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Scott St. Louis
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Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division
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