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OPINION: Is a Degree Still Worth It?

Noah Hernandez, University of Texas at San Antonio

With rising tuition and companies prioritizing experience over formal higher education is the value of a degree declining?…

November 25, 2023

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Back to School at 35

Shannon Strenfel, Arizona State University

Choosing your life's path can be uncomfortable, but going back to school and changing my life brought me the happiness I had been seeking.…

September 15, 2023

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The Importance of Humanities Degrees

Kane Howard, York College

The world needs a lot more than just STEM majors.…

December 2, 2022

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Your ‘Dream School’ Might Actually Be a Nightmare

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

While some colleges can look great on paper, it's important to consider everything when choosing where to go.…

July 25, 2022

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Arts Degrees Are Underrated and Underappreciated

Anna Merlo, University of Queensland, Australia

No other major will help you learn to see the world differently and give you soft skills like an arts degree will.…

May 11, 2022

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The Great Resignation Brings New Priorities and New Beginnings

Rory Conlon, De Anza College

Amid many younger and older people quitting their jobs, the time and money it takes to earn a college degree and pursue a future career has become more complicated.…

January 25, 2022

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5 Things To Keep in Mind When Considering Graduate School

Re’nesia Mills, University of Tampa

It can be hard to decide what to do post-undergrad, but what exactly should you be looking for before committing to furthering your education?…

January 1, 2022

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How To Earn a Degree While Traveling Abroad

Daniel Reed

There's no reason that you can't explore the world and get some schooling done at the same time.…

October 3, 2021

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How To Find the Right Degree — A Learner’s Guide

Daniel Reed

There are so many different paths that you can take.…

September 8, 2021

How Do Employers Verify College Degrees?

Daniel Reed

More and more jobs are double-checking to make sure you're not making things up about your schooling on your resume.…

December 18, 2020

3 Poker Pros Who Have Degrees

Daniel Reed

Just because they're good at winning money at the table doesn't mean that they haven't done their homework.…

October 22, 2019

Why Finishing College in Four Years Is Unrealistic

Katie Sanchez, University of Texas at San Antonio

Students and student life have changed, but degree plans haven’t.…

August 10, 2016

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