Break the monopoly on higher education pathways
Briefly

The American dream has always hinged on education as the key to upward mobility, but today, rising tuition and diminishing returns leave millions trapped in debt.
Only 51% of four-year degree students completed their degree within eight years, highlighting a significant challenge in fulfilling the promise of higher education.
Employers think skills should take precedence over degrees, with 81% supporting this shift, demonstrating a gap between educational outcomes and hiring needs.
Despite 60% of employers believing graduates have necessary knowledge, a striking disparity remains, with critical thinking and teamwork skills critically lacking among recent graduates.
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