The 30 best college towns across the US, ranked

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Madison, Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin, was ranked as one of the best college towns in the US.

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I'm 18 and graduating in Dubai. Missile interceptions didn't scare me — I'd still come back to work after college.

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William Harper was going to high school in Dubai, and his family decided to stay.

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Is college still worth it? What tech execs are telling their kids.

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In the age of AI, some people are rethinking college. Tech execs are telling their own kids that a degree is still important.

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My parents pay my rent in New York City because I can't find a full-time job after college. I feel like I failed.

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The author is a recent college graduate who can't find a job.

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I'm an American who studied abroad at a college in China. My time there inspired the rest of my career.

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The author (right) studied abroad in China in college.

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Meet the first graduating class of CollegeGPT

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I'm a recent college grad living with my parents. It's been nearly impossible to even get a part-time job.

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Sebastian Griffith in his college graduation gown
The author is a recent college grad looking for a part-time job.

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I gave up my athletic scholarship in college. Over 20 years later, I still wonder if that was the right choice.

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Isabella Jade as a kid wearing her track uniform
The author was an avid runner as a kid and earned a college scholarship.

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California Treasurer Fiona Ma tied to Chinese school cited in scathing audit

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Fiona Ma
California Treasurer Fiona Ma is running for lieutenant governor.

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I've been job hunting for 7 months with no success, so I'm at a loss. I'm wondering if going back to school at 45 would help.

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The author (not pictured) has been unemployed for months.

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