Forbes – Karen Hua
“At the College Board average, if students graduate in three years instead of the expected four, they will save approximately $42,419 at a private four-year university or $32,762 at a public in-state university…However, is the time in the classroom and on campus valuable in other ways? Is the extra year of uniquely undergraduate experiences worth the financial cost?…Ultimately, the time spent in college depends on personal values, financial circumstances – and most practically, course load manageability. Overstressing by cramming classes is not efficient, so finishing a four-year curricula in three years may not be suited for everyone. Students must independently decide if they’re ready for a world of post-grad employment or if they’d like more time in the structure of undergrad.”(more)