Higher education is fulfilling its mission of cultivating a civilized and workforce-ready society, according to a new employer survey from AAC&U, or the American Association of Colleges and Universities. At least 70% of executives and hiring managers have a “great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in higher education and believe colleges and universities are adequately preparing students for the workforce. Furthermore, nearly three-quarters of employers (73%) believe a degree is worth the financial investment. These findings contrast with public and political concerns about the cost of college, said Lynn Pasquerella, president of AAC&U.
