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Jerome Ellis

Why College is the Biggest Scam of the 21st Century

Jerome Ellis

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English
Jerome Ellis
28 September 2025
Social classes; Organisation & management of education; Higher & further education, tertiary education; Macroeconomics; Economic geography
Series: The Ugly Truth
You've been sold a lie. It's time to confront the truth about the biggest scam of the 21st century: the modern college degree.

For generations, a college education was the unquestioned path to a stable, prosperous life. Today, it has become a system that preys on the ambitions of young people, burying them in a mountain of debt for a credential that has lost its value. This is not a problem; it's a scam, and this book is here to expose it.

In ""Why College Is the Biggest Scam of the 21st Century,"" author Jerome Ellis delivers a devastating critique of the higher education system. He argues that colleges operate more like predatory businesses than institutions of learning, selling an overpriced product that no longer delivers on its promise.

Inside this provocative book, you will discover the Debt Trap, which explains how universities have created a trillion-dollar debt crisis that cripples graduates for decades. You'll learn about the Devalued Degree and why an expensive diploma is worth less than ever in a job market that prioritizes real-world skills over outdated curriculums. The book also exposes the Illusion of Prestige, where elite schools justify exorbitant tuition while failing to provide superior career outcomes, and finally offers a clear-eyed look at the viable and more profitable alternatives to the traditional college path.

This book is a must-read for students, parents, and anyone questioning the wisdom of the traditional college path. It's time to stop feeding the machine and start investing in your own future.
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Imprint:   Jerome Ellis
Volume:   1
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 5mm
Weight:   122g
ISBN:   9798232466121
Series:   The Ugly Truth
Pages:   96
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Jerome Ellis is a versatile non-fiction author who creates practical guides on business, personal finance, and history. His work is driven by a passion for empowering readers with actionable knowledge, whether that means building a profitable business, achieving financial freedom, or uncovering a forgotten story from the past. He specializes in providing clear, no-fluff playbooks that give readers the tools they need to take control and succeed.

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