There is a big difference between: 1) Any degree from a top 15 college 2) A STEM degree from middling college 3) A liberal arts degree from a mediocre colleg

There is a big difference between: 1) Any degree from a top 15 college 2) A STEM degree from middling college 3) A liberal arts degree from a mediocre college This is because the value of college is the signal it gives to employers and the network that it can build for you. I agree that "college for all" is a terrible proposition, but you can't discount the benefits for students who attend top schools or who get degrees that directly lead to higher-paying jobs. Also - looks like the author of this article has not just an undergrad degree, but also a MA in Economics, so he's not really practicing what he preaches. edit: formatting, minor updates