The Economics of Higher Education (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781511637640)

Higher education is a critical mechanism for socioeconomic advancement among aspiring individuals and an important driver of economic mobility in our society. Moreover, a well-educated workforce is vital to our nation's future economic growth. American companies and businesses require a highly skilled workforce to meet the demands of today's increasingly competitive global economy. Higher education is provided through a complex public-private market, with many different individuals and institutions participating. While postsecondary education has become increasingly important, there have also been growing concerns about the cost and affordability of higher education. This report discusses the current state of higher education, with a brief high-level overview of the market and a more detailed discussion and analysis of the financial aid system. It also discusses the important changes the President has made to make higher education more accessible and affordable.

Author: Department of Education, Department of the Treasury
ISBN-10: 1511637641
ISBN-13: 9781511637640
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 04/22/2015
Pages: 44
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.37lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.11d