As much of the global economy attempts to recover from the shattering effects of the global recession of the past two years, a new concept of education appears to be emerging. Lately, authors like Jennifer Epstein and Lamar Alexander have published articles on websites such as USAToday.com and Newsweek.com explaining how providing new opportunities for students to complete their four years of bachelor's degree in three years would prove extremely beneficial. authors display similar sentiments, we will take into consideration those projected by Jennifer Epstein. The article is a comprehensive article explaining how most students will benefit from the introduction of three-year courses within universities, particularly in terms of monetary benefits. Although most of the arguments presented by the author in favor of three-year degrees are valid, one must take into account that some of the crucial aspects of the education system remain untouched and unexplored. If these few unexplored facets had been taken into account, I am sure that the conclusion of the author's article could have been alternatively different. In the counter-arguments that I will present later in the article, I will explore how the introduction of three-year courses would instead have the effect of spoiling the very purpose of higher education and how students will suffer relatively intermittent if they are subject to said change. However, to be fair to our opponent, we will first consider and reflect on the points raised by her. Jennifer Epstein believes that with the economic downturn, it has become extremely difficult for students to manage to pay for their education. tuition. Additionally, with ever-increasing costs, the entire task of meeting college expenses...... middle of paper ...... well students remain in the minority. If we ignore the arguments discussed above, America's future workforce appears incompetent. Without the adequate education and training that can only be provided through a thorough educational process involving four years of rigorous training, today's students and tomorrow's workforce will face grave peril. This will also affect the future of the entire nation. Therefore, I suggest that before making any major resolution, policymakers and educators should consider all these factors. Works cited by Jennifer Epstein. “More colleges offering 3-year degrees.” USA Today March 11, 2010: Lamar Alexander. “The three-year solution.” NewsWeek October 17, 2009: Valérie Strauss. “Colleges are considering 3-year degrees to save undergraduates time and money.” Washington Post, 2009.