right now i am working in the construction field and within 2 yrs i will be making $38/hr with an added $35/hr benefits package. I really dont see any college that pays that well upon graduation, but time and again i hear from folks that college is the best route. The way i see it if i cant get a starting job of at least $70,000 after doing 4yrs in school and accumulating a hefty debt while at it and at the same time not making any money whats the point of college? id say im better off with this job where i can learn and earn a real good wage while at it, as opposed to college where im learning but falling heavily into debt with tuition and other expenses. I just turned 19 so i dont yet know the world inside and out, but tell me im wrong ?