I'm glad this is the way of the world. It means people who want to go forward in life, have a thirst for knowledge etc can research anything they want, become more intelligent and have a better life. Those who quit school as soon as possible, have no aspirations etc will provide services for those who have learnt their own stuff off their own back. Of course there are many exceptions, and many of the worlds richest don't have a degree. Sorry if this sounds arrogant in some way, but its the way the world works. If everyone earnt the same money as a result of having the same education, the world cease to function. Of course this is partially bollocks as success is not dependant on formal education, and 2878479 other factors are involved.