A college degree's economic value represents the lifetime financial return from higher education, measured through higher salaries, lower unemployment, and expanded career opportunities. Employers use this metric to justify hiring criteria, while students and families leverage it to assess tuition investments. Policymakers rely on it to shape funding decisions. Ultimately, graduates benefit most, gaining financial stability and upward mobility.
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