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Driving Upward Economic Mobility — with Professor Raj Chetty | The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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Disparities in College Admissions

This chapter investigates the stark inequalities in U.S. college admissions, emphasizing the significant gap between affluent and middle-class students, particularly at selective private colleges. It also discusses the increasing impact of socioeconomic status on educational opportunities and advocates for expanding access to vocational training as a viable alternative to traditional four-year degrees. By utilizing data from social networks, the chapter highlights how social connections and peer influence can affect economic mobility and aspirations among youth.

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