Ivy League graduates significantly out-earn their peers, with a median annual income of $91,800 at age 34 compared to $43,600 for graduates from lesser-known colleges. The financial benefits of attending top-tier schools like Harvard and Princeton are immense, offering higher salaries, faster career progression, and valuable alumni networks. Generous financial aid packages make Ivy League education more affordable, creating long-term wealth and career opportunities, as reported by Forbes.
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