Motivation for college: education or salary?

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I think you are correct, TEGH, but the reason is not cynicism. The reason is that students are being told that a high school diploma is utterly worthless on the job market and a 4 year degree is necessary. People are only now starting to realize the bullshit nature of that position. Most jobs do not require a 4 year degree and the skills needed could be obtained by OTJ instruction or a trade school.