上大学，放在过去，毫无疑问意味着稳定的工作和更高的收入。无论城市，还是农村，众多中国家庭都愿意把钱花在高等教育上，因为这是最可靠的一次 人生投资。 今天，情况正在发生变化。 众所周知，本科生早已不再具有稀缺性，研究生的规模也在不断扩张，招聘市场甚至出现了"学历倒挂"。 同时，学费却在上涨。部分专硕学费高达20多万元，远超普通家庭的承受能力。 教育的账本正在被重新计算。对一些中产家庭来说，它依旧是一项长期投资；但对低收入家庭而言，可能意味着债务与负担。 学费上涨的现实 自2023年起，全国高校迎来了一轮罕见的集中涨价。上海、吉林、四川等地相继发布公告，从当年秋季起调整公办高校新生学费。 上海是这股风潮的缩影。2023年，华东理工大学把部分理工科和体育类专业的新生学费提高到每年7700元，涨幅超过五成。上海电力大学的理工科调到 7000元，经济学、文学类也升到6500元。 到了2025年的夏天，这一趋势扩散到更多地区，已有二十多个省份陆续跟进，超百所高校学费集体上涨，少则几百元，多则上万元。 有人说，"5000元的大学时代"就此落幕，新的收费标准正在逼近"万元门槛"。 比如： 太原理工大学工科专业学费从6000元 ...

Core Viewpoint - The rising tuition fees in Chinese universities are becoming a significant burden for families, with increases ranging from 500 to 20,000 yuan per year by 2025, despite the devaluation of degrees in the job market [1][2][3]. Tuition Fee Changes - Numerous universities are increasing their tuition fees for 2025, with notable increases at institutions like Beijing Jiaotong University (20,000 yuan increase), Shanghai Visual Arts College (18,000 yuan increase), and Hebei University (15,000 yuan increase) [2]. - Private universities tend to have higher tuition fee increases compared to public universities, with some public universities showing more modest increases [3]. Historical Context - The trend of rising tuition fees is not new; many universities had already raised fees in 2023, with increases of up to 54% for certain programs at East China University of Science and Technology [5][8]. - The government had previously implemented a tuition fee cap in 2006, but its effectiveness has been limited, leading to a gradual increase in fees since 2014 due to rising operational costs [10][11]. Financial Implications for Families - The increase in tuition fees is causing financial strain on families, with data indicating that a 1,000 yuan increase in fees correlates with a 1.2 percentage point drop in rural enrollment rates [5]. - The average disposable income for urban residents in 2024 is 49,302 yuan, while for rural residents it is 19,605 yuan, highlighting the financial burden of tuition fees on families [5][8]. Strategies for Families - Families are encouraged to apply for government assistance programs, utilize student loans, and seek scholarships to mitigate the impact of rising tuition fees [13][14]. - Choosing public universities and evaluating the job market for specific majors can help families make more informed decisions regarding education investments [14]. Employment Market Trends - The increasing number of university graduates is leading to a decline in the value of higher education in the job market, with the premium for college-educated workers dropping significantly over the decades [16][18]. - Skills are becoming more critical than degrees in the labor market, emphasizing the need for practical abilities that can create value and solve problems [22].