WASHINGTON—Hailing the Midwestern school as one of the best places to pursue and then abandon an undergraduate education, U.S. News & World Report announced Thursday that it had selected the University of Toledo as the best college to attend for a semester before dropping out to do hair for a living. “For students who take a few intro-level classes, hang around campus for a while, and then quit to become a hairdresser, the University of Toledo is an ideal choice,” read an announcement that accompanied the rankings, adding that Toledo’s strong town-and-gown relationship meant that social connections forged in college could become potential clients for a former student who was working at a nearby salon when everyone else was returning to classes after winter break. “The school offers in-state tuition, a location less than three hours away from your hometown, and a choice of around 100 different majors you can tell yourself you’re interested in before leaving to take a job as a stylist, colorist, or barber instead.” The announcement also noted that after attending the University of Toledo for a few months, some hairdressers are able to cover both rent and groceries while still making an occasional payment on their student loans.
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