There are countless options post-high school that don't involve attending a traditional 4-year college. From vocational schools to gap years to internships, the opportunities are endless. But over and over, we hear that those with college degrees earn higher salaries, are healthier, and happier individuals. So, do you need a college degree to be happy?

College was once seen as the “proven path to success” for young people. But with the Covid-19 pandemic moving colleges online, the student debt crisis growing and the increasingly tumultuous job market, the quintessential college experience seems even more out of reach.

Many students are questioning whether a college education is even worth it.

But beyond just success, can going to college make you happier? The answer is complicated, but here’s what the research and experts say.

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Do You Need A College Degree To Be Happy?