New findings show students gain most personal growth from college
Findings indicate college students see the greatest benefit in personal development and the smallest in financial payoff, with notable differences among student groups.
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What happened
A new study finds that students rate personal growth as the most valuable part of college and economic returns as the least, with notable gaps across student populations. Pitt students hold conflicting views on whether the cost of college is worth it. Nationally, the perceived value of a college education is decreasing.
Why it matters
The perceived value of college education is declining nationally. Students are divided on whether its cost is justified.
Timeline
- Oct 12, 8:00 PM ET: A new study finds students value personal growth most and economic returns least from college.
- Oct 13, 6:58 AM ET: Pitt students give conflicting views on whether the cost of college is worth it.
Coverage
- Pitt students share conflicting beliefs on value of their education (pittnews.com)
- What Students Value Most About College (insidehighered.com)
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