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The value of a college degree has become increasingly contested as tuition costs have soared while wage premiums for graduates have stagnated in some fields. Americans are sharply divided on whether the financial investment—often exceeding $100,000—justifies the long-term earnings potential and career opportunities a degree provides. This debate matters now because millions of students and families must decide annually whether higher education remains a sound investment or an expensive gamble.