The Importance of a College Education Nowadays, it is often said that one needs a college education to be better prepared for the future and the world real. In other words, society claims that by obtaining this degree, one is able to live a fulfilling and prosperous life. Besides society, the media also plays a role in the effect that college has on Americans. They also believe that higher education is of equal importance and therefore must be earned. In the article “Is College Worth It?” Clearly, according to new data” from the New York Times, a Department of Labor statistic from the Economic Policy Institute in Washington DC indicates that Americans with a four-year degree would have earned “98% more in an hour in average in 2013. In finance, she was finally able to get a job that paid her very well. Even though her debt has increased, she has no problem paying it off in the future thanks to the recent job she landed. Thus, his story is one of many that highlight that hard work pays off; with determination and perseverance, one is able to guard one's own future. Another reason we should seriously consider going to college is that obtaining a college education demonstrates success. In today's economy, more and more employers are looking for candidates with a college degree. It is therefore vital that everyone obtains this higher level of education. Obtaining this degree not only gives us the opportunity to advance in today's job market, but it also allows us to learn skills that we will use in real-world situations. Amadi