Is Education Worth The Investment?

See what $500, $2,000, and $7,500 can get you... then decide for yourself.
By David Radcliff
The U.S. Census Bureau reported in May 2009 that workers with a bachelor's degree earned about $26,000 more, on average, than workers with a high school diploma.
But with economic times tough, paying for education can seem like a large investment. What exactly do you get for your education dollar?
Before you make your decision, check out our breakdown of what you could get from a $500, $2,000, and $7,500 investment in education.
$500-$1,000 = 1-2 Classes*
If your interest lies in acquiring a particular skill to a) make yourself more employable or b) make yourself more promotable, we have good news: your education need not be expensive or all-consuming. In many fields, a single class can really make a difference.
Taking a continuing education class can help you:
-Increase your employability
-Showcase your motivation to your current (or future) employer
-Discover if a new career is right for you