#tellusatoday: Some grads paying more and earning less

We asked on Twitter whether college is still worth the cost in today's economic climate. Comments are edited for clarity and grammar:

Yes, paying for college is still worth it; without it, your earning potential over your lifetime is still lower.

— @BigSerenaVeeFan

No. Unless one is planning on being a doctor, teacher or lawyer, go to a tech school and get a skill.

— @brymell2

College is still essential for personal growth and intellectual development even if it doesn't lead to more money.

— @kjhughes12

It is worth it, but not the way the world is now. The world is changing. Career choices have to adapt. We need education reform.

— @Mcio6668

It absolutely is worth it. Every penny. You get more than a degree out of going to college.

— @MandyMcCue

It's not worth it, especially with increased costs of college today. Kids start adult life with huge debt and no job.

— @MStacia

I regret going to college. I can't find a job using my degree. I'm making less than $30,000 and overeducated for jobs that pay more.

— @willcook4change

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