A "paper ceiling" filters qualified workers through biased hiring algorithms, with over 70 million skilled U.S. workers facing discrimination due to degree requirements.
79% of employers still value degrees for entry-level positions, indicating that biases around educational credentials persist despite the skills-based workforce evolution.
Removing degree requirements won't dismantle stereotypes about qualified workers; real change needs a collective effort from policymakers, employers, and educators to embrace diverse skills.
Only 12% of companies don't require degrees, showcasing the slow adoption of skills-based hiring and highlighting the systemic barriers fueling revenue loss in businesses.
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