IU study: Non-traditional students can expect notable wage increase if they continue their studies

Posted on October 20, 2011 by trendadmin

Researchers at the Indiana Business Research Center at IU’s Kelley School of Business found that adult students — those who enroll in postsecondary institutions when they are 25 years or older – earned $1,000 more in annual wages after attempting 25 to 36 college credit hours, compared to those who attempted fewer than 12 college credit hours.

Figure 3: Wage Gains from Academic Pursuit and Attainment

Figure 3: Wage Gains from Academic Pursuit and Attainment

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