I was surprised that all of the guys I went to high school with that didn't go to college and did construction jobs were far wealthier than I was with only a 4 year head start. It took me many years to finally surpass them in wealth. I told my kids they should just get a construction job, learn the trade, start your own business, buy a house and they will be far better off than going to college. My son wants to go, so I'll pay for it because I hate debt. It's not that hard to manage money and start multiplying money, anyone can do it. Even a minimum wage earner can easily become a millionaire if they manage their money correctly. I've taught my kids how to do it, so whatever they do I'm sure they will be a financial success.