Well, the reason that I believe so much in the power of the degree is actually simply money. I don't need so much of it that my ears bleed, but it makes life so much easier. When you have money, you can focus more on life and your goals and aspirations. I am a traveller and I REFUSE to work all day every day for the rest of my life. If i was given 25k/yr, I wouldn't do a damn thing unless I wanted to do it.

Have you ever been so broke that you couldn't eat? Its not fun, and thats not how I want my life to go. A degree simply helps you secure a job. Thats it. Advancement is up to the person. We are all in this rat race together. I just want to make sure I am a Fat Rat and not a skinny rat.