Gen Z K-12 Students Who Are Not College-Bound Are Less Optimistic About Their Future and Job Prospects
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Chart comparing optimism among Gen Z K-12 students based on their college aspirations. Students hoping to pursue a bachelor's degree show the highest optimism about their future (86%) and dream job prospects (80%). Those not aiming for any degree are less optimistic, with 68% feeling positive about their future and 63% about their job prospects.