+100
Is college still worth it
Explore the real financial and personal return on investment of a college degree in today's rapidly shifting job market.
4 chapters75 assets
by sloane · Jul 15, 2026
Earn 100 gems when you complete this project
Top 3
Be the first to earn points here
Chapter 1
The skyrocketing cost of college
1The steep rise of tuition prices
2The massive mountain of student debt
3The hidden opportunity cost of studying
4Free college models across the globe
Open chapter
Chapter 2
The math behind the college premium
1The lifetime earnings gap of graduates
2Why choosing the right major matters
3The dangerous trap of postgrad underemployment
4The mystery of the shrinking wealth premium
Open chapter
Chapter 3
The rise of alternative career pathways
1The high-demand world of skilled trades
2The rapid rise of skills-first hiring
3Coding bootcamps and fast tech credentials
4Building power through a self-taught portfolio
Open chapter
Chapter 4
The non-financial return on investment
1The hidden power of alumni networks
2Fostering critical thinking and soft skills
3The long-term health and lifestyle premium
4Civic engagement and community-wide impact
Open chapter