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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 27 MIN

Chapter 1 - The "Four Year Lie"

from The Annotated Life with Jade Shelby · host Jade Shelby, MA

On average, it takes 5-6 years to complete a 4-year undergraduate degree. So why do higher education institutions sell prospective students, and their support systems, a product that is (for most) defective? In this episode, Jade Shelby delves into her own experience pursuing her undergraduate degree and sheds light on important things to consider that colleges and universities don't tell you.

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On average, it takes 5-6 years to complete a 4-year undergraduate degree. So why do higher education institutions sell prospective students, and their support systems, a product that is (for most) defective? In this episode, Jade Shelby delves into...

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