I'm in over $100,000 in student loan debt, but I'm not using my degrees. I now often wonder if college was worth it.
A personal account details the financial and emotional burden of over $100,000 in student loan debt incurred from multiple degree programs. The author reflects on the disconnect between their academic path and current career, questioning the long-term value of their investment.
Why it matters
The story illustrates the broader societal issue of student debt crises and the economic challenges faced by graduates in the current job market.
The author has a large amount of student loan debt. Courtesy of Maria Aldrich I always thought college was worth the money, but now I'm in $100,000 of student loan debt. I live under the crushing weight of student loan debt, and it's a constant source of stress. Although I question if college was worth it, I know I wouldn't be where I am today without it. When I was growing up, my mom told me that education is never wasted. I was fortunate to grow up in a household where college was on the table. Having graduated from high school one year early, I started my associate degree shortly after my 17th birthday. For two years, I studied zoo technology. Upon graduating, I decided to transfer to a four-year school to pursue my bachelor's degree.
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