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Tech Billionaires Are Backing a College Alternative

Original: The Tech Elite Is Funding an Alternative to College

Venture investors Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen are funding a new academy designed as an alternative to traditional college, according to the Wall Street Journal. The project reflects growing skepticism among Silicon Valley leaders about the value and cost of four-year degrees, and raises questions about whether elite-backed programs can replace established higher education paths.

Why now: Influential tech investors challenging the traditional college model taps into ongoing debates about the value of higher education.

Ben HorowitzMarc AndreessenAndreessen HorowitzWall Street Journal

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