The skyrocketing cost of college leaves many students with crushing debt that can take years, if not decades, to pay off. And while having a degree can open some doors, the burden of paying off student loans can end up closing others, like buying a house or having children. Unlike 20 years ago, many employers today, including high-profile ones like Apple, Google and Ernst & Young, have eliminated the degree requirement for many jobs, leading prospective students to wonder, is college really worth it? In his new book “The Career Arts: Making the most of College, Credentials and Connections” author Ben Wildavsky argues that the answer is most assuredly yes.

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