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Record-Low 31% of Americans Say College Is Very Important
Original: Record-Low 31% Say College Education Is 'Very Important'
A new Gallup survey finds that only 31% of Americans now say a college education is 'very important', the lowest figure recorded in the polling organisation's tracking of the question. Confidence in higher education has been sliding for years amid rising tuition costs, student debt and debates over the value of a degree. The finding is drawing wide attention as universities face enrollment pressures and questions about their role.
Why now: New Gallup polling shows public belief in the importance of college has hit a record low, feeding ongoing debate about the value of higher education.
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- Record-Low 31% Say College Education Is 'Very Important' · Gallup News
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