Colorado Technical University

Should men with college degrees only date/marry women with a degree too?

I always see late 20's guys who date/marry early 20's girls who didn't get a chance to finish college and then they end up quitting to get married, then suck the life out of the guy's paycheck. Should a man with a college degree only marry a woman who has her own career/money?

Public Comments

1. Of course not... I mean it would be nice to marry some one who is just as independant as the other, but just because a man (or a woman) has a college degree doesnt mean he should only marry the same!! That's just ignorance.
2. I don't really see what one has to do with the other. If you love someone, you marry for that. Just because someone didn't finish or even START college isn't any indication of their personality. I didn't go to a 4 year school but I do have credits in Early Childhood Education (enough to teach up to 1st grade or run a daycare business) but that doesn't mean that I want to "suck away" a rich guy's paycheck. The man I married doesn't happen to have a 4 year degree, either, but it wouldn't have mattered if he went to no college, or went to college for 8 years to become a doctor -- I'd marry him and treat him just the same if I loved him.
3. If you are married then it's the household's money. Women should take care of the children at home while the husband works. It's all give and take. She runs the house and he earns the living.
4. Only if you are marrying for money and you are to greedy to support a woman that you love.
5. yes,a Bachelors at a minimum
6. Ithink is not about your educational qualification,but it's a matter of life .I think those girls should think of their future fiorst before they go to the alter
7. That's a slippery slope there buddy. I mean first of all, if a girl get s a college degree in drama or english literature, her income in the future might be only 10-15% greater than without a degree, so the income argument isn't really a factor. I get the feeling that the overall intelligence and ability to hold a conversation is one of the determining factors. And in this area, I have a tendency to agree that one should date someone with a close intelligence level. They don't necessarily need to have a degree per se, but I would assert that their maturity and communication skills would be enhanced with college courses. And yes, this will help the survivability of the marriage. As far as dating...You know how they say that blondes have more fun? I would argue that smaller minded people tend not to be afflicted with the neurotic behavior that college minds have, because their offensive, crude and sometimes disrespectful behavior can be freaking hilarious and entertaining. It's a tough call, but I'd say marriage yes, dating no. Financially, yes but not necessarily.
8. I think people should marry because they love each other and if they can understand each other....money is important ,but not the main issue in this kind of relationship...
9. Ha! My husband is degreed and has many certifications (He works for IBM)...I have community college. I guess when you are hot, you can get any guy you want! And yes, I spend his money....life is good!
10. Well, it's really a personal choice. Look at it this way though... "Sucking the life" out of another's paycheck is just plain wrong. Yes, i've seen people who don't have degrees due to dropping out of school and "latching" onto their spouse for the majority (if not all) the financial support. But, i've also seen people (both men and women) who have had all their education in order, fail miserably when it came to keeping a job or working and making a contribution. Regardless of the level of education the boy/girl has should be put on the back burner. The primary focus should be on if the person is going to make a career for themselves that will contribute to themselves, their (future) family, their spouse, etc. While having an education is definitely a good idea, there are many other people out there who, for whatever reason, weren't able/weren't given the opportunity to obtain a degree or some sort. However, they have made a life for themselves through another path/trade (ie - cosmetology, mechanical work, factory work, secretarial work, etc.) Overall, just think of it this way: Don't judge a woman by their education level all of the time, judge them by their DRIVE and WILLINGNESS to make a path for themselves in the world. That, my dear, will be the most important characteristic you'll need when it comes to someone contributing financially. Good luck!
11. Hell yeah! Unless she's very well-read, has some college, or is upwardly mobile(career-wise) , you wouldn't have much to talk about. Most college grads that I know have ABSOLUTELY NO COMMON SENSE! However, from a conversational, and relational standpoint, I wouldn't marry a non-degreed woman.
12. I don't see how that is possible. I thought women were earning the majority of bachelor degrees these days. Anyway, if it is true I don't see a problem with it. People should marry who they want regardless of who makes more money.