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Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

Thirty-one percentage points separate how students and recruiters think about the value of a college degree.



Is Your Degree Worth It? How to Evaluate the Return on Your Education
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

Nearly half of college students aren't sure if their degree is worth it.



What Counts as Experience When You Don't Have an Internship?
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

"Do you have any relevant work experience?"



The One Question Every Student Should Ask Before Graduation
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

You've done the work. You've attended class, completed projects, maybe held a job or two, participated in organizations, and earned your degree. You...



What Families Actually Mean When They Ask “Is College Worth It?”
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

The question "is college worth it?" sounds like an economics question. It isn't, primarily.



The Skill Employers Listen for but Never Put in the Job Description
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

Kevin Prentiss, Head of Product and Technology at the NSLS, has never put "self-leadership" in a job description, as he explained during the State of...



Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

Nearly half of college students are worried about their financial future. According to the 2026 State of Higher Ed Report, 42% of students say they...



The Career Resource Your School Has That You Have Probably Never Used
Leadership Development Career Success Blog State of Higher Education

Your school has a resource that could materially change your career outcomes. Most students know it exists. Most never use it.