Sunday, December 8, 2024
Recent data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reveals a 5% decline in 18-year-old freshmen enrollment this fall. In an interview with The Guardian, Professor Julie J. Park highlights the rising cost of higher education as a significant factor contributing to this trend. She cites “issues related to FAFSA” and the U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of President Joe Biden’s student loan repayment plan as key barriers.
