The Cost of Education in the Pre-University System

Education is the basis for the development of a society which plays a major role in the economic empowerment of a country, social development and the creation of human capital. Otherwise, it is considered a way to change the future. Costs of living and economic opportunities are closely related to how generations are educated. Albania is one of the countries of the Western Balkans, that has a high cost of education in the pre-university system compared to salaries in the country. Some of the students are forced to work part-time to supplement their income for education. Difficult economic conditions, high education costs and financial freedom are the three main factors that force teenagers to work. Expenses for school items, books and private courses in various subjects are among the main expenses that are not covered by the state. Young people feel deprived if their family fails to meet basic needs and are forced to meet them through part-time employment. The study method is descriptive. The samples were taken from high school students in several cities and rural areas of the country.