RedBalloonWork Survey Shows 83% Businesses Less Likely to Hire College Graduates

A survey by RedBalloonWork indicates that the value of a college degree is decreasing, with 83% of small businesses expressing that they are less likely to hire candidates with 4-year degrees. The survey also reveals that 89% of businesses believe colleges no longer foster critical thinking and 69% say college students lack relevant skills for the workforce. Additionally, a Chronicle survey shows that conservatives are almost as likely as liberals to say college was 'worth it,' but are less likely to believe it has a positive influence on students' political views and personal values. The survey findings suggest a rising preference for trade schools and a shift in how businesses view college-educated students.