College dropout rates

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It's not just the expense. Some people don't like how long and slow semesters are. Add in 30, 60, 90 credits of general education which many people have no interest in and are stuck paying for. Lots of people also have struggles with their families and a variety of health issues. Also if a woman gets pregnant during college it's really difficult to have a baby (or whatever options they choose) and continue their classes. Most 18 year olds aren't mature enough to take college and the finances seriously because their brains have about 5-7 more years to fully develop. Most Americans have no idea what education costs in other countries. Many things in the US are expensive and we're just used to it because that's how it has always been.