It's been my observation and interactions with my own family that a degree means you can do what you're told really well without asking dissenting questions. Smart does not mean wise.

As the old saying goes back where I'm from; I'd rather have 1 good'ol boy with life experience than 10 " college educated" know it alls. Lotta truth to that.

Disclaimer: I know there's a rare few college folks who toed the line to get thru but are also wise enough to know bullshit when they see it. Ain't knockin y'all at all. Just know you're the exception rather than the rule.