Does the phrase "studied a lot" fit this context?

[anewlearnerguy]

I have made up the sentences below.

(1) Jack studied a lot. He doesn't know why he can't get a good job no matter how hard he tries.

Most of my non-native friends revised my first sentence to the one below.

(2) He accomplished an advanced education. He doesn't know why he can't get a good job no matter how hard he tries.

Does the phrase in bold in my original sentence fit this context? Thank you for your help.

 

[tedmc]

No, studying is just an action. Jack went through higher education (which includes attending classes, studying, sitting for exams, etc.) which is a process/stage/phase, which should matter in looking for a job.

 

[Tarheel]

Perhaps:

Jack graduated from college with a degree in [name of subject]. He can't figure out why he can't get a job.

 

[5jj]

(2) He accomplished an advanced education.

That is not natural. Tell us what level he reached.