To determine what it means to be well educated in the United States, we will look at other factor such as, the type of schooling, how much schooling, speaking ability and the job position. In our present society there is a question that seems to have much variation about what constitute or define a well-educated person. No matter how we look at it there is no clear answer to the question but many opinions. Some people would have others to believe, its the level of education you receive from as early as the elementary through high school and college. This higher level of education is a very important part because you have to obtain higher grades, test score to meet the requirement to attend certain schools. This is a way to award the ones who study hard to achieve success but does not determine if youre well educated or not. A perfect example is someone who graduated from Harvard with honors verse someone who graduated from Morris. These are two different colleges that have different requirement to enter, after completion you graduate with honors but the degree from Harvard carries more weight but that degree does not say that youre well educated than the Morris student. It says that you may have study harder, meet certain requirements, and probably had better financial support than others. The name of the institution plays a vital role in determining your level of education. Attending a higher learning institution show that you are serious about your education and determined to succeed. We may say that it does not matter but if you studied hard to obtain something you want the benefit or prestige that comes along with the package. The type of schooling set you apart from others that did not meet the requirements but at the same time present a challenge for you to excel because youre surrounded by others that are equal to you. It helps develop and prepare you for success in your field and allows major employer to present an opp