Is it more valuable to get a degree or live at home working and saving money for 5 years? Looks at the cost of a 5 year degree and the average salary of college graduates at 15 and 30 years. Compares to saving money for 5 years plus the money that would have been used for college.

(In that scenario its possible a college grad starts life with an English degree and $40,000 in debt while the stay at home guy moves out after 5 years into his house (possible mortage but could be a lot of equity).

What college degrees are the best and worst for earnings? Short term? Long term? Who are the top earners in the country where degrees are not required. Avg earnings?

What jobs are in the highest demand currently? Degree required?

What are the most important skills employers look for in employees? Taught in college?