Higher Education Is Still Worth It, Especially for Low-Income StudentsA new article from Hechinger Report comments on the risks of avoiding college based on popular opinion that it isn’t a good investment. Though many now doubt a four-year degree will lead to good jobs and higher income, the fact remains that, for young people growing up in poverty or without family support, a college degree is the most reliable path to upward economic mobility. The author describes strategies for reducing financial risks and maximizing long-term benefits of college for young people. Download the full report here: |