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Above The Noise
Is College Worth the Time and Money?
Season 4
Episode 8
Schools usually say that college is the clear path to success. But is it really? With the cost of college rising every year, trade schools, apprenticeships and other work training programs could be a better option for some people. What do you think? Is college worth the time and money?
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