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The people you're thinking of, like most of the people I know, either have 1) Families that have contributed $60k+ 2) Families that are poor enough that finan

The people you're thinking of, like most of the people I know, either have 1) Families that have contributed $60k+ 2) Families that are poor enough that financial aid has contributed $60k+. I'm guessing that anyone with $100k in debt has neither of those things.

sanderjd 12y ago
And the gap between (1) and (2) is most of the middle class.
refurb 12y ago
The other thing that matters is when you got your degree. Graduating even 5 years ago means you've likely had to take on less debt than someone who graduated this year. That's how fast tuition is rising.