College Tuition Isn't Good Investment, Quarter of Students Say
A recent WalletHub survey indicates that 28 percent of college students believe their tuition is not a good investment. This marks a slight increase in skepticism about the value of higher education amid rising costs and student debt concerns. While most students still view college positively, the growing doubt reflects broader economic challenges and changing perceptions of education's return on investment.
- ▪The WalletHub survey found that 28 percent of students think their tuition is not a good investment.
- ▪Concerns about student debt and rising tuition costs are contributing to this skepticism.
- ▪30 percent of students reported that student loan debt is their biggest fear after graduation.
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By Suzanne BlakeReporter, Consumer & Social TrendsShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.A growing share of college students say the cost of higher education isn’t worth it, according to a new WalletHub survey.More than one in four students, or 28 percent, say their tuition is not a good investment, according to WalletHub’s Student Money Survey.The poll asked more than 200 current college students nationwide about their views on college costs, borrowing and financial preparedness.
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