A Forbes article from 2019 says that the most commonly cited reason for why Americans value higher education is to get a good job
Getting your degree dose open many doors. I have been looking for better paying jobs, and the majority I have seen you need a lot more than just a high school degree.
Before jumping into the details of going to college, it’s important to stop and think about the purpose college has in your life. Traditionally, college was a place young adults went after high school to explore courses and majors before settling into a job path.
When I graduated high school I actually sat down with myself and wondered if college was something I wanted to do, or if it was something that "I was supposed to do". As young adults I thought it was crazy that people just inspected me to know what I wanted to do.
Most bachelor’s degrees will require the completion of approximately 120 credits. Some students may begin at a community college and transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree while others may start and finish at a four-year college or university.
I think it's intersecting that there are some wonderful careers that you can earn with an associated degree. Also, that there are options out there for anyone.