ECMC Group Study Finds Gen Z Values the Skilled Trades

摘要

Amidst a global pandemic, American teenagers remain steadfast in their belief that higher education plays a key role in their future success; however, the paths they are planning to take after high school differ from previous generations. In fact, more than half are open to something other than a four-year degree and 70 percent want to follow their own educational path. The statistics were uncovered in two national surveys conducted by ECMC Group, a nonprofit corporation focused on helping students succeed, in partnership with VICE Media. The studies were conducted Feb. 25-March 2, 2020, and May 14-20, 2020- before and during the pandemic-and polled more than 2,200 high schoolers ages 14-18.