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AI hasn’t replaced humans. Employers are still betting on college degrees

Nearly half of surveyed employers say degrees will become more important over the next five years because of AI

By Dr. Kent Ingle Fox News

Published October 24, 2026 8:00am EDT

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The current narrative would have you believe that higher education is a dying institution. Experts consistently claim that a four-year degree is no longer worth the investment, warning that artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of rendering human labor obsolete. The prevailing message dictates that machines will soon dominate the workforce, leaving the next generation with no viable career paths. But a recent Gallup poll reveals a contrasting reality. While public anxiety is high, the job market tells a different story.

According to a recent Gallup study, a staggering 80% of employers prefer to hire candidates with a college degree, even for roles that do not explicitly require one. Furthermore, 6 in 10 employers express a high level of confidence in higher education. While public trust in institutions has undeniably plummeted, the people actually handing........

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