Preparing for a Career in the AI Age and Evaluating College Value

Two students study in a classroom at Rice University in Houston on August 29, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

Julia R. Cartwright’s online op-ed from September 16 discusses the concept of higher education as a “market for lemons.” It emphasizes the need for families to have transparent information about college outcomes.

Colleges must be accountable for the career outcomes of their students. To address this, U.S. News & World Report included an earnings-by-major category in its Best Colleges rankings. This addition aims to help students and families make informed decisions based on potential career earnings.