New data from the American Council of Trustees and Alumni (ACTA) shed light on the cost-effectiveness and academic quality of higher education in North Carolina. ACTA used its survey of … Continue reading “Administrative Bloat Makes Colleges Worse”
The New York Times is on a tear about “economic diversity.” It’s got a naughty-and-nice list, defined by the number of students with Pell Grants, and it’s stapled a scarlet … Continue reading “Duke Doesn’t Need “Economic Diversity””
Here’s a startling fact about higher education—nearly all colleges and universities list their prices deceptively. They post a high tuition figure, but very few of their customers (students, or as … Continue reading “Let’s End the Deception About the Cost of College”
While there has been much discussion in recent years about whether a college degree is still necessary for success, a new survey has found that most Americans still see the … Continue reading “College Still Has Value, but Let’s Reassess the Price Tag”
STOP “FORGIVING” STUDENT DEBT Having graduated from an American private university just a few months ago, I know all too well the challenge my generation faces with rising tuition. While … Continue reading “More Ways to Control College Costs in 2023 and Beyond”
TRY WORKING HARDER The college-costs question invites a raft of sensible responses. But I’m a simple guy, and I’ll offer a simple place to start: Students, teachers, and staff should … Continue reading “How to Control College Costs in 2023 and Beyond”
College and university spending across the nation continues to exceed reasonable expectations. And North Carolina institutions are no exception. In the Tar Heel State and beyond, campuses continue to expand, … Continue reading “How Much Do North Carolina’s Universities Spend?”
Since 2003, the James G. Martin Center for Academic Renewal has been a voice for excellence in higher education. We are dedicated to promoting knowledge over credentials, restoring genuine liberal … Continue reading “Celebrating 20 Years of Academic Renewal”
The North Carolina Senate has proposed a perfect recipe for corruption: Start with $1.425 billion of taxpayer money, stir in concentrated political power, and add a lack of public oversight … Continue reading “NCInnovation’s Public Funding Is a Mistake”
On July 7, UNC-Chapel Hill announced a policy change. Beginning in 2024, the UNC System’s flagship will waive tuition and fees for in-state students whose family income is below or … Continue reading “Understanding Chapel Hill’s Tuition Giveaway”