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Are College Degrees Worth the Fees?

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Paying for College

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Discussion Prompt:

Do you think college is a worthwhile investment today? Why or why not?

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Extend Your Learning

Three Relevant Resources from NGPF:

  • INTERACTIVE: Payback (Arcade)
  • CALCULATE: What is the Value of a College Education? (Activity)
  • Alternatives to 4-Year Colleges (Mini-Unit)

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References:

  • You’ve Received the College Financial-Aid Offer. Now What? (WSJ)
  • After The Pandemic, Will College Tuition Become Cheaper? (Forbes)
  • Is a College Education Worth it? (Britannica)
  • Best major to finding purpose in life - going to college affects your happiness (CNBC)
  • Do College Graduates Make More Money Than High School Graduates? (Study.com)
  • College Tuition Inflation Calculator (in2013dollars.com)

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ARE COLLEGE DEGREES WORTH THE FEES? | FEBRUARY 5, 2021 EDITION | NEXT GEN PERSONAL FINANCE