No, as blanket advice goes it really isn't a wise investment. It depends entirely on the degree. Many Gen-Ys learned this the hard way after internalizing the n

No, as blanket advice goes it really isn't a wise investment. It depends entirely on the degree. Many Gen-Ys learned this the hard way after internalizing the notion that taking on lifelong debt to get a degree meant buying a one-way ticket to easy street. Doctor, accountant, lawyer, engineer? Sure. College is a good investment. Most other degrees qualify one to be management at Pottery Barn. Hardly worth the five-figure entry fee.