Does university still make sense?

BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY

What is discussed

AskMonty AI editorial noteSource consulted: 2026-10-11

Speaking as a parent, Marco separates criticisms of traditional university routes from their educational value. Costs, potential forgone income, rigid curricula and uncertain employment prospects should be compared with concrete alternatives, including online learning. He recognises organised knowledge, ways of thinking, relationships, independence and time to discover who one wants to become. He does not offer one answer for everyone: university can still make sense when the route suits the person and is affordable. He suggests checking goals, actual course content, the full budget, alternatives and students’ reported outcomes. Examples about institutions and employment remain his views, not independent checks; he also mentions his own AI courses.

Key points

• Assess costs and alternatives without generalising: universities and personal situations differ.
• Access to information does not automatically replace an organised learning route.
• Methods, relationships, independence and reflection can matter beyond employment.
• The choice must consider the financial privilege of studying and roles requiring structured training.
• Ask about goals, content, costs, concrete alternatives and evidence of outcomes before choosing.