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Tech Billionaires Back a New Alternative to College

Original: The Tech Elite Is Funding an Alternative to College

Investors Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen, co-founders of venture firm Andreessen Horowitz, are funding a new academy designed as an alternative to a traditional college education. The Wall Street Journal reports on the project, which reflects growing interest in Silicon Valley in challenging the four-year degree as the default path to a career, particularly for students interested in technology and entrepreneurship.

Why now: Debate is growing over whether elite-backed educational programs can or should replace traditional universities

Ben HorowitzMarc AndreessenAndreessen HorowitzWall Street Journal

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