Originally Posted by Crucero

Sounds like those who went to college 15 to 30 years ago don't have a current clue of how expensive college is today.

If you qualify for financial aid, it is because you are just getting by financially, and taking on any additional debt doesn't appeal to anyone in that situation.

If you don't qualify for financial aid, it is because you make descent money according to the financial aid qualification guidelines, so be prepared to fork out anywhere from $100 to $500 or more PER CREDIT hour!

A Bachelors Degree typically requires 120 credit hours , so do the math.

The argument that people pose when they ask if a degree is a necessity, is not because they are typically trying to avoid doing the work required to obtain it.

My experience in talking to a few guys wondering if it is worth getting a degree is that they are more concerned about the financial implications of pursuing a degree.

People have mortgages, special needs children, or take care of children already going to college. Obtaining a degree for many in this group means debt (or continued debt) is inevitable.

Is a degree important to be considered at a good legacy carrier? The proven and consistent answer is... YES!

Unfortunately, it seems like some believe that anyone asking about a degrees' worth are labeled as someone not wanting to do what is required to be competitive.

Keep in mind, it's more of a financial decision for some of them.