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February 23, 2012 • 10:30 am PST
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With a challenging economy and tough job market facing recent college graduates, colleges are being scrutinized for how well they prepare students for careers. But has this scrutiny made high school students feel more wary about attending college? A recent survey of high school graduates from the class of 2010 shows that despite the cost and current job placement statistics, college is still viewed as a key towards building a more successful future.

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