Originally Posted by 50SeatsofGrey

I think that not having a degree says more about a person than having one does. In other words, it's not like a college degree is a desirable characteristic as much as not having one is an undesirable characteristic. It begs the question why did you not finish/not even start in the first place like everyone else in the world. I think that is the real issue for employers requiring it. I doubt you will ever find a major airline say they require a degree because they think it will "enhance your skill". It's just such a standard thing to have today that not requiring a 4 year BA would just be bizzare, espicially considering the amount of self worth we all perceive to have. There really isn't any excuse. There are affordable institutions, financial aid, student loans, even the military is a good option- basically everyone finds a way to do it. I'm not defending the legitimacy of the cost, I'm just saying there really isn't any excuse for having your highest education be a high school degree in a professional environment.

I do not mean to offend anyone who does not have a 4 year degree and I know of course there are exceptions to this. Everyone has their reasons and is entitled to their own opinion. I'm just speaking in general terms because this issue seems to confuse so many and it seems very very simple to me.