Is a PhD STILL Worth It in 2026? (Professor’s Honest Advice)
Published February 20, 2026
Views 83.7K | Likes 1.52K | Comments 197
Based on an estimated $0.7–$2 CPM, this video's 83.7K views translate to an estimated $59 – $168 in lifetime ad revenue.
Revenue estimate
Based on an estimated $0.7–$2CPM (revenue per 1,000 views) — a rough public estimate, not actual creator earnings, which depend on ad rates, audience geography, and monetization settings YouTube doesn't expose publicly.
Total (all-time)$59 – $168