Want to earn more money? Ways a degree will help you get ahead

(BPT) - College is an investment that will more than pay for itself and then some. The earnings gap between millennials with bachelor’s degrees and those with just a high school diploma is wider than it was for prior generations, according to a recent study from the Pew Research Center. People with college degrees also have a far easier time finding a job than those without a degree. Whether you're thinking about starting college for the first time or considering going back to further your education, there are some factors to keep in mind as you weigh your options.