Well-Educated = Strong Adult
College Education
Having a college education and being well-educated is the number one most important way that a person can demonstrate that they've achieved adulthood.
Education Impacts Earnings
According to a PEW research poll, your level of education greatly impacts your earnings and your household income. Adulthood can be achieved by being able to support yourself and others.
"Education: The Rising Cost of Not Going to College | Pew Research ..." 2014. 14 Oct. 2016 <http://www.pewsocialtrends.org/2014/02/11/the-rising-cost-of-not-going-to-college/>
Education Impacts Job Satisfaction
Rasmussen College reports that 51% of workers ages 30-45 who had a college degree were more satisfied at their jobs as opposed to 42% with a high school diploma. One important sign of achieving adulthood is being satisfied with your choices and decisions.
"The Hidden Benefits of a College Education - Rasmussen College." 2014. 14 Oct. 2016 <http://www.rasmussen.edu/student-life/blogs/college-life/hidden-benefits-of-college-education/>
Education Impacts Lifestyle
Adults who are well-educated and have a college degree are reported by Rasmussen College to make healthier lifestyle choices in terms of exercise and habits.