College is not for everyone. While some jobs may be open to both high school and college graduates, you will often start out at a higher salary with a degree. You will also advance more quickly and go farther in the corporate world with a degree. Some organizations or jobs may require a degree just to get hired. There are some degrees which are not of that much value in the corporate world. Some corporations, such as Procter and Gamble require a degree. The kicker is that they don't seem to care what that degree is in, only that you have spent 4 years in a university and graduated. Personally, I think the type of degree should be relevant to the job. If your plan in to enter the corporate world, then a business degree is probably the best degree for you. A degree will not necessarily show you how to make a living or start a business. Some business colleges have started programs in entrepreneurship. It will give you some of the tools you need to be successful. A degree demonstrates that you have the ability to stick with something to completion. A degree will make you a more well rounded person. You will earn more money with a degree than without one. That is a proven fact. Someone with a degree will be given priority over a less educated person when it comes to the hiring process. There are some professions where this won't make any difference. Trucking is one of those professions. I think having a degree will help you in dealing with people. I think the benefits of having a degree far outweigh not having a degree, regardless of what you do for a living. I don't think any education is a waste of time or money.