What’s the Value of a College Degree?

September 1, 2022

Gaining a college education is the best investment you can make for a successful future.

Here are great examples why earning a college degree does make a difference.

Source: bls.gov. Unemployment rates and earnings by educational attainment, 2021 — Unemployment & Pay by Educational Attainment, 2021, Bureau of Labor Statistics, bls.gov

Pursue a career

Whether it's business, education, engineering, or science, a college education provides the foundation for you to pursue your passion in life. Education allows you to focus on a career pathway, not just getting the next job.

Stand out

Only 31.7% of Michigan's workforce has attained a bachelor's degree and only 12.5% a master's degree. (2021 American Fact Finder, U.S.Census, factfinder.census.gov)

Earn more money

College graduates earn more money and have more financial stability on average than high school graduates. (Education Pays, The College Board, 2019, collegeboard.com)

Education for life

Knowledge is freedom, which lights the path to a bright future.

Preparation for leadership roles

Success in college requires preparation: learn to express your views, listen to others, and develop your communication skills.

Make a difference

The knowledge, understanding, experience, and friendships gained at college will prepare you to make the difference in the world: michigandifferencemakers.com.