> Unfortunately, higher education in the US becomes more and more a matter of money and not ability. I think this isn't a higher education issue, its an issue

> Unfortunately, higher education in the US becomes more and more a matter of money and not ability. I think this isn't a higher education issue, its an issue with careers in general. Most companies go by a resume, an interview, and a few basic tests. The interviews usually last an hour to two hours long and they mostly want to hear about your knowledge of the company, what you can offer, and standard fluff crap. Problem is: 1) Resume can be filled with lies and is usually a one page ad that doesn't show off any type of value. It also shows no demonstration of ability. 2) Interview can be useless and also promote dishonesty. It, again, also shows no demonstration of ability. 3) Basic tests are usually too easy (fizz-buzz anyone?) or non-existent and, for the third time, don't demonstrate ability. What do all these have in common? If only you had to take an actual test or show off your skill in some way with a small project or demonstrate your creations? Oh yeah, evidence shmevidence...