Re: Higher(?) education

"that may be the truth in US colleges, but certainly US isn't the whole world, and in some countries the opportunity costs are very low compared to the potential gain."

Granted. I don't mean to demean a university education. It is very important that a substantial percentage of the population get a university education, in fact. However, it is not the end-all and be-all of life preparation, and believing it to be so will result in a great number of problems for both society and the individuals involved - especially in the present situation in the U.S., where the costs have become astronomical and the benefits minimal for a substantial number of students.

And, of course, a university education can broaden a person's mind - but I've also seen many graduates who remain close-minded.

"Oh, thanks for that :D"

You're welcome. It's a common error for French and Spanish speakers.