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How can collegians shoulder their debt? Keep an eye on spending, and choose loans carefully

Yes, college tuition is increasing faster than inflation. And yes, the College Board recently reported that college graduates on average enter the real world with student loan debts of more than $19,000. But when USA TODAY asked a group of young adults whether their college years were worth it, 68% said yes; 44% said the value exceeded the cost.