A college degree doesn't really teach a profession. There is a lot of overlap with technical and medical degrees, but these are still exceptions. Many people i

A college degree doesn't really teach a profession. There is a lot of overlap with technical and medical degrees, but these are still exceptions. Many people in western companies don't really want to do any engineering or research anymore, so it isn't a guarantee as well. They want ready products that keep them from having to think themselves. Investing in knowledge hurts the quarterly report. Medical degrees are still safe as people still get sick.