It is UNREAL how stupid College kids are today....

[know1]

Geo, you are probably right in most cases in the computer/tech industry. Self motivation can also take you a long way. My brother started out in computer science, but quickly changed when he realized they were mostly teaching outdated systems/programming. Has done really well in software programming after learning various languages on his own and developing his own software.

I think companies in all fields - including IT, which is the industry I work in - are becoming more and more interested in whether you can do the job than whether you have a degree. They want to see the work you've done and how it applies to the position they are trying to fill.

IT, in particular, should realize that by the time a college student works through their 4 years of computer science, a decent portion of the stuff they learned in year one is already outdated. If you're up to speed on current technology and demonstrate an ability to adapt to new technology as its introduced, that should be all that matters.

Heck, when I took my position with this company, they gave me a homework assignment as part of the hiring process so that I could demonstrate that I could do the job.

Tuition goes up 7-10% each year and now you tack interest rates for the loans on top of that. At some point, it can't be worth what you're paying (other than the intrinsic value APB mentioned). I personally can't see why most people would even consider going to college anymore.

[kentuckykingfisher]

I graduated last year with a degree in criminal justice. I had the intentions of being some sort of law enforcement. Upon graduating I was offered a job at a distillery where I make good money and very happy with. I've moved up positions and now I can't go any higher but I'm ok with that and really enjoy what I'm doing. I went to college for 2 years for basically a back up plan because I feel I can make more without a degree than a job with the degree I have. I will always have that degree and something to fall back on and I don't regret a thing. I have payed off my college debt quickly since it was a community college. This is the beginning of my life and I'm pleased with how it's started. But my sister graduated and she went for 4 years and hasn't found a job yet and it's almost time for her to start paying back her debts. Panic has begun to set in because the jobs she applies for require 2 years experience and that 4 year degree. My question is where do you get the experience if you can't get the job?

[roadrunner]

I graduated last year with a degree in criminal justice. I had the intentions of being some sort of law enforcement. Upon graduating I was offered a job at a distillery where I make good money and very happy with. I've moved up positions and now I can't go any higher but I'm ok with that and really enjoy what I'm doing. I went to college for 2 years for basically a back up plan because I feel I can make more without a degree than a job with the degree I have. I will always have that degree and something to fall back on and I don't regret a thing. I have payed off my college debt quickly since it was a community college. This is the beginning of my life and I'm pleased with how it's started. But my sister graduated and she went for 4 years and hasn't found a job yet and it's almost time for her to start paying back her debts. Panic has begun to set in because the jobs she applies for require 2 years experience and that 4 year degree. My question is where do you get the experience if you can't get the job?

it sounds like you are the master taster and it makes you happy all the time-----I know what you mean but I don't get paid.

[dragmerc]

i think it's scary how stupid the average American is now...and it's getting worse all the time. it's like they've lost the ability to comprehend and analyze any situation.

[kentuckykingfisher]

it sounds like you are the master taster and it makes you happy all the time-----I know what you mean but I don't get paid.

Ohh how I wish! Love me some bourbon