Every time I tell people in a presentation that only about a quarter of Americans have a college degree, I hear gasps of surprise.
But it’s true. Only 27.5% of Americans today have a Bachelor’s degree. The Chronicle of Higher Education has a fun interactive map on its website where you can see by county the exact percentage of people with college diplomas.
Check it out. How educated are your neighbors, generally speaking?
Mark Montgomery
Educational Consultant
Only 1/4 of Americans Have a B.A.: How Do You Compare?
Jared Hobson
Jared serves as President of Great College Advice, where he sets strategic direction for the firm as well as being involved in sales & marketing and college consulting. Jared has an MBA from Cornell University, where he served on its Student Admissions Committee. His consulting philosophy emphasizes personalized attention to help identify the right college fit for each student.
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