There are so many different paths available when college is on the table. Even for software developers, it starts you with a very strong base and gives you the ability help and contribute to research that is happening on campus. My computer science degree was not cheap, but it was so important in my personal life and my career. I agree that college isn't perfect, but was well worth my investment in it.

I personally want to make sure my children have as many options on the table. I would value their education as a much more important investment than any other luxuries.