Why 25% of Gen Z regret college: Here’s what they really need to learn

We are entering a new abode with altered norms and fundamentals, reshaping the world of work. The old promise that a degree guarantees success no longer holds weight. The ivory towers that once stood as abodes of dreams are losing their shine. Students are beginning to regret going to college; yes, it is a bitter truth. It wasn’t long ago that social media platforms were flooded with students boasting about their degrees. But the times have changed. A recent survey by Resume Genius, conducted by researcher Eva Chan, reveals a symptom of this unease: nearly one in four Gen Z workers regrets going to college. The young generation now stands in a paradoxical job market. There is an intersection of two collapsing certainties, education and employment. The university no longer guarantees mo