HN – Ask HN: Do you think college is/was worth it?

I'm moreso referring to the educational value you received. Colleges increasingly have the reputation of being run like factories: less concern for the quality of their lecturers, and more for augmenting admissions numbers, even if it means dropping standards. To what extent is the knowledge you gained of real value to you? Were you well prepared to enter your field? Do you feel your degree is more than a guarantee to employers that you're not a complete bozo?

I think it was mostly worth it. Some upper level classes were half baked, with a few faculty members of dubious competency. But, I did learn enough to apply myself to my chosen field.

Ask HN: Do you think college is/was worth it?

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