Higher education

Billionaire Peter Thiel Offers $100,000 to Skip College and Pursue Entrepreneurship

Billionaire entrepreneur Peter Thiel is offering young people $100,000 to forgo college and pursue entrepreneurial endeavors, challenging the traditional notion that a college education is essential for success. Despite criticism, Thiel’s program has supported over 270 participants and aims to demonstrate that the conventional college system may not be suitable for everyone, especially considering the financial burden it imposes on students.