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College Is For Suckers: The FIRST College Guide You Should Read

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Boy, talk about sacred cows...people question religion and politics, but not many people have the guts to question the value of College (with a capital "C".) Obviously the title is an attention-getting ploy, but the substance is spot on in many areas. While the author stops short of saying that a 4-year college is a total waste of time for most, she does point out that there are other, often overlooked, alternatives such as technical schools, self-study, etc. which would serve many just as well or better. Also, she demonstrates, quite effectively I think, that many general, non-specific degrees are pretty worthless. And the real value of the book is in its assertion that borrowing money for college is especially questionable.

Her behind-the-scenes look at how colleges operate, from her apparent personal experience and through research, is quite an eye opener.

It's also a fun read.

Although the title is a bit of a head-turner, once you get into the book you realize that the author is not against education, only the idea that a typical 4-year degree is an absolute must-have in US society. It's well-written and easy to understand, and the illustrations are absolutely hilarious. Makes me wish I could go back 10 years and re-think my college decisions. Bravo.

well written and easy reading. Not altogether condeming school and worth the read especially if you are just coming out of high school or entering college for the first time.

In 1988 tution for UTA was $500. Today it is $4500-$5000. Tuition has increased about 5 times the rate of inflation. I speculate that this is due to supply and demand and limited seats. We are seeing a record number of students. People believe that a bachelor's degree is the only way to be. I've heard that in Germany there is no shame in skipping college. There is a shortage of work for graduates. And there is probably a shortage of non degree employees.

Great book. Thank you for writing it. Like others, I wish I had read it before I went through the college thing. A must read for any parent and any young person.

VERY GOOD BOOK...BUY IT.

This woman makes a valid point with a few citations to back it up....but that's all the book is. The woman just offers a few facts and valid points about why college is overrated, without offering any solid, substantially well thought out alternatives such as studying or working abroad, or putting better facts and figures about jobs that don't really need a degree.

Hell, she OVERRATES colleges as places to meet women ....when in reality there are better alternatives for that as well.

I mean, that would make a fine thesis paper and all but a lousy book, why is why this book isn't that long and uses big font.

Great thesis paper, piss poor book.