[centurion316]

Here’s how to do it kids:

1. Get a degree, major doesn’t matter (Cost = $100,000)

2. Get technical certifications (Cost ~ $5,000 - $30,000)

I will check to see if you have a degree, and then hire you based on your technical qualifications. You can skip step 1 by getting a low end technical job and banking 2-3 years experience. Now do you understand what has real value in today’s marketplace?

[Tanniker Smith]

You know, it gives you more respect for Howard Walowitz ("Big Bang Theory") for being the only one without a PhD, and also being the only character that's actually been to the space station.

(btw, for what it's worth about Hollywood actors, Mayim Bialik, who plays Amy on that show, actually has a PhD.)