The New College Math
Some Question Cuts In Out-Of-State Tuition()
April 2, 2009 Many public colleges and universities have cut or eliminated out-of-state tuition in an effort to keep enrollment up and broaden diversity. But critics say in-state students who need access to an affordable education are being hurt by the shift.
Chat: Financing Your Degree In A Rough Economy()
April 2, 2009 Tally Hart, who runs an outreach program for lower income students at Ohio State University, and Bill Hiss of Bates College, who supervised its admissions and financial aid offices for 22 years, answer your questions about how to navigate the latest turbulence in college finances.
Hard Conversations About College And Money()
April 2, 2009 The latest estimates on the average cost of college from the National Center for Education Statistics is more than $11,000 for public schools and $28,000-plus at private institutions. Those price tags combined with a troubled economy mean high school seniors and their families are making tough choices about paying for college. Youth Radio's William Nelligan is one of them.
Despite Expense, Foreigners Pursue U.S. Degrees()
April 1, 2009 Enrollment in American colleges is hitting record highs as people look to education to improve their economic situation. Enrollment is growing even among those students who have to travel halfway around the world to get here.
Q&A: Getting Financial Aid During An Economic Crisis()
April 1, 2009 Tally Hart, who runs an outreach program for lower income students at Ohio State University, says that no matter how discouraged prospective students may be about their chances, they should apply for financial aid and find out what they are really eligible for.
Road To College A Bumpy One()
March 29, 2009 The economy is making paying for college an even bigger financial challenge. Youth Radio contributor Mayra Jimenez has the motivation to go to college — she just hopes she can afford it.
Colleges Work Harder To Lure New Students()
March 30, 2009 A down economy usually means a bump in enrollment at colleges and universities: Applications tend to go up as job prospects go down. But in this recession, private colleges especially are finding themselves working harder to fill freshman classes.
