Bobby Kittleberger
- Bobby Kittleberger won't pay for his children's college unless it's for a career requiring it.
- Kittleberger believes college isn't always a good return on investment for financial stability.
- He encourages his kids to explore alternative education paths and learn financial responsibility.
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Bobby Kittleberger, a 37-year-old father and business owner in Staunton, Virginia. Business Insider has verified his income with documentation. The following has been edited for length and clarity.
I have six children between the ages of 5 and 11, and I've told them I won't pay for college except in very limited circumstances.