RISING TIDES
Observations from the IMC Research Process


Gen Z: Building skills to pay the bills

 

“93% of Gen Z college graduates believe that learning a skilled trade can be a better route to economic security than a traditional college degree.”

  • Gen Z is skipping the four-year path. They’re choosing skilled collar” careers—healthcare, trades, technical fields—drawn by faster, cheaper training and clearer payoff. Parents are steering them away from college debt toward hands-on, career-ready programs.
  • Momentum is building. Recent earnings from Universal Tech (UTI), Lincoln Tech (LINC), Adtalem (ATGE) show it’s not just a blip—it’s structural.

Policy shifts + rising demand = tailwind for career schools.

This report is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any securities. IMC or its clients may hold positions in securities mentioned; the mention of specific companies does not imply endorsement or a recommendation. Past trends do not guarantee future results.

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