How Student Debt Has Contributed to ‘Delayed’ Adulthood
The irony of attending college in the U.S. is that the burden of paying for it can prevent it from serving its purpose of launching young adults into stable, fulfilling lives.
by Nancy E. Hill
Aug 31, 2022
3 minutes
Many students go to college to climb the economic ladder and set themselves up for a successful adulthood. can make the difference in securing a job that offers a long-term career and financial security. But this isn’t a guarantee. Sometimes, the weight of loans . (This is especially true for the nearly 40 percent of students with loans .) The typical student who borrows to attend college and does graduate carries, according to an analysis by the Department of Education. The irony of attending college in the
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