In an appearance today at Syracuse University, Vice President Biden made a town hall presentation about the importance of a college education to our country's middle class. Two key issues are getting into and paying for college.
"Barriers to Higher Education" examines how much merit (ability) determines access to a college education, "Because a clear pathway to a college education is a clear pathway into the middle class." Beyond the issue of merit, the report also delves into questions about the high cost of higher ed and struggles many families face trying to afford a college education.The report includes links to previous reports and studies on the topic and is worth a read; let's hope some initiatives are put into work soon - say, in time for Fall 2010?!
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Interesting and isn't it true that brightscholars in Florida allows kids to get free tuition if they maintain a good grade point average. Will that help
Florida's Bright Futures program has been impacted by the economic downturn and is capped at $126 per credit hour, which was the Fall 2008 tuition cost. Students with good grades who attend state universities certainly benefit from the program - every bit helps! However, this doesn't cover books, fees, room, board and living expenses. According to a friend whose daughter is currently enrolled in a state university, these additional costs run about $12,000/year. But students wishing to attend private or out-of-state colleges receive no benefit.
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