The College Dropout Boom
David Leonhardt,
New York Times,
May 24, 2005
Though the primary focus of this article is the growing phenomenon of college dropouts in the United States, the bulk is devoted to an examination of inequality of opportunity. Despite programs designed to ensure accessibility, colleges and universities continue to serve the children of the wealthy while posing often insurmountable barriers to children of the less wealthy. Related: the University of Richmond, despite having a billion dollar endowment, raises tuition 31 percent, to $40,510, to "build a national reputation." Via University Business. Also related: Student Financial Aid Policies, by Sandy Baum, which argues that only the federal government is in a position to improve access to higher education. More, on the weakness of state funding and the coming crisis in funding. Via EDUCAUSE.CRLF
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