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Gen Z Skips College for Six-Figure Aviation Careers as Trade School Enrollment Soars

Facing rising tuition and disconnected curricula, Gen Z is increasingly bypassing traditional degrees for high-paying skilled trades. One 25-year-old technician now earns over $100,000 repairing plane engines after just 21 months of training, reflecting a broader shift toward vocational education amid strong industry demand.

The New Career Equation

For generations, the path to professional success seemed predetermined: earn a bachelor’s degree, secure a stable job, and climb the corporate ladder. However, sources indicate this formula is being radically reconsidered by Gen Z workers facing unprecedented student debt burdens and evolving job market realities. According to reports, young professionals are increasingly seeking faster, more affordable routes to lucrative careers that don’t require four-year degrees.

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Education and Business Leaders Launch New AP Course to Address Student Disengagement and Workforce Readiness Gap

In response to growing student disengagement and employer frustration with workforce preparedness, the College Board and U.S. Chamber of Commerce have partnered to create AP Business with Personal Finance. The new course, launching this fall, has already garnered support from nearly 300 employers and 75 local chambers of commerce across more than 40 states.

Addressing the “Why Bother?” Mentality in Education

Education leaders are reportedly confronting what they describe as a “dangerous moment” in American high schools as student disengagement reaches critical levels. According to reports, College Board CEO David Coleman fears this situation could worsen in the age of artificial intelligence, with students increasingly adopting a “why bother?” mentality toward their education.