A college degree is getting so expensive that it might not be worth the money anymore. At least that’s what Goldman Sachs (GS) thinks. Many students are better off not going to mediocre colleges — ones that rank in the bottom 25% of all universities — Goldman says in a new report. They earn less, on average, than high school graduates.But even those who attend mid-tier universities might want to reconsider.

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An associate’s degree has long been considered an inferior alternative to a bachelor’s degree. Now that more states are tracking their graduates’ incomes, however, it is becoming apparent that some two-year degrees offer much higher earnings than the typical four-year degree – at a fraction of the cost.

Liz Weston at Reuters explores how some AA degrees provide far greater ROI than some BA degrees.

More: Two-year degrees can really pay off, Reuters (4/20/15)

“Economists generally agree that a college degree pays off, but new research from PayScale has even better news for students planning on majoring in business: You don’t have to go to a pricey private school to reap the biggest return. In fact, you’re often better off at a state school.”

Yet, it is important to keep in mind that return on investment alone should not dictate a student’s college choice. There are more subjective criteria that should also be considered when determining which business schools one should apply to, and as the list shows, many private colleges can and do serve alumni quite well.

More: The 25 Best Colleges for Earning a Degree in Business, Time (4/10/15)

Embarking on a four-year bachelor’s degree next fall is a good investment for many students, but there are exceptions, as well as things you need to know to get the most bang for your buck.

NPR got the opinions of several experts in order to inform listeners and readers what they need to do to increase their chances of having college pay off.

More: 6 Rules to Help You Make the Best College Decision, National Public Radio (4/14/15)