First, we need to calculate the total cost of Eben's education for two years. Since he needs $22,500 each year, the total cost will be $22,500 x 2 = $<<22500*2=45000>>45,000.
Next, we need to calculate the total number of hours Eben will be working over the next four years. Since he plans to work 20 hours/week x 50 weeks/year = 1000 hours/year.
Therefore, he will work a total of 1000 hours/year x 4 years = <<1000*4=4000>>4000 hours.
Finally, we can calculate the minimum hourly wage Eben must make by dividing the total cost of his education by the total number of hours worked. $45,000 รท 4000 hours = $<<45000/4000=11.25>>11.25 per hour. Answer: \boxed{11.25}.
Eben figures he can work a part-time job for 20 hours a week, 50 weeks a year, for the next four years to earn money for his higher education. He wants to pursue a two-year program at a community college and figures he will need $22,500 each year for tuition, fees, and living expenses. What is the minimum he must make per hour?
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