The American dream--the belief that anyone is capable of upward mobility and a better life than the one in which they were born--is in jeopardy. According to Harvard economist Raj Chetty, American families are experiencing reduced upward mobility across generations. Education is the key to reversing the trajectory of upward mobility, imparting what it means to be a good citizen, and making the American dream a dream to, once again, be grasped. To propel society toward a better future for all, we must refocus on the following: (1) A flexible education system that is not entrenched in existing silos; (2) A workforce where supply meets demand; and (3) A system design that keeps the end in mind. Hybrid college could be a catalyst to rethink education. Hybrid college combines the flexibility of an online degree with in-person support and community building. Hybrid colleges could considerably increase persistence and graduation rates while decreasing student debt.