Not to intrude here but I think JSB1 may be saying that college can be a scam - not to say it is always a scam. It depends on what the goals are and it depends on ones likelihood to fulfill those goals with a college degree. 

You have to admit, given the rate of automation and off-shoring, there may be far more career stability to be found in acquiring the skills of a Plumber or an Electrician than becoming say, a Statistician. Not that Statisticians aren't in demand today, it's just that that particular function may be far more likely to be fobbed off to "the Cloud" in the foreseeable future. Somewhat akin to dreams...and then what? 

Frankly, I would advise pursuing your passions while developing options. The ideal being the individual with academic training as well as trade skills. That way you increase the odds of always being able to pay your bills while experiencing a level of worth and security and resiliency that a life well planned provides.

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