Student debt crisis? No, expectations crisis

By Margaret Wente. Student debt in Canada is crushing – at least, that’s what we’re led to believe. 
Soaring tuition fees and an iffy job market mean that many graduates will be paying off their student loans for years to come, we’re told. Today’s graduates say they’re delaying major life milestones (marriage, house, family) in order to pay back their debts. As one news story put it: “With ever-increasing tuition fees … some students are starting to question whether a degree is an affordable option.” More...