Kamala Harris pledges to open federal jobs to non-degree holders amid rising education costs and low graduation rates: A look at alternative paths to success

In the 2024 US Presidential race, Kamala Harris pledged to eliminate unnecessary college degree requirements for certain federal jobs, promoting alternative paths like apprenticeships. With over 62% of US adults lacking bachelor’s degrees, Harris emphasized skills over degrees. Rising education costs and apprenticeships in fields like IT and healthcare offer alternatives to traditional college education paths.