JOURNAL ARTICLE
As Gen Z regret 'worthless' degrees, this CEO sent her kid to college in London—and she's saving over $50K-a-year. 'It's half the price'.
Published In: Fortune.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3
Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Royle, Orianna Rosa 3 of 3
Abstract
The article focuses on the decision of Liz Baker, CEO of Greater Good Charities, to send her daughter to university in London as a cost-effective alternative to expensive U.S. college tuition. Baker highlights that tuition and living expenses in London, even in central locations, are significantly lower than out-of-state U.S. college costs, partly due to shorter three-year undergraduate programs and the ability to skip foundation years with Advanced Placement credits. She also emphasizes that UK degrees are more specialized and better aligned with employer demands, offering a potentially higher return on investment amid the U.S. student debt crisis, which has surpassed $1.7 trillion. Baker’s experience suggests that studying in the UK can provide comparable academic value while reducing financial burden. [Extracted from the article]
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- Source:Fortune.com. 2026/03, pN.PAG
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
- Publication Date:2026
- Accession Number:192588444
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