The last time I looked at this data (lifetime earnings) the difference was close to $1M on average for men and substantially lower for women. The opportunity co

The last time I looked at this data (lifetime earnings) the difference was close to $1M on average for men and substantially lower for women. The opportunity cost of going to college is about 1/5 of that difference if you pay up front but substantially more if you take out loans. Here’s another thought that’s not discussed in any of the studies: what’s the impact of someone attending college later in life? Say in late 20s? I’d argue that the degree has greater impact on remaining future income under that scenario.