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Did You Know? UNC Schools Will Get Millions in COVID-19 Funding

Jan 7, 2021 · Jenna A. Robinson · Comments Off on Did You Know? UNC Schools Will Get Millions in COVID-19 Funding

Last week, Congress approved the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, a $2.4 trillion spending package that includes $23 billion in aid for public and non-profit colleges and universities. The relief … Continue reading “Did You Know? UNC Schools Will Get Millions in COVID-19 Funding”


Some Useful Information to Help Students Choose a College

Sep 2, 2020 · George Leef · Comments Off on Some Useful Information to Help Students Choose a College

Many students come to regret their choice of college. They expect that getting a degree will mean a significant boost in their labor market prospects, but often their college “investment” … Continue reading “Some Useful Information to Help Students Choose a College”


Did You Know? Majority of Federal Funding for College Is for Student Loans

Feb 20, 2020 · Anthony Hennen · Comments Off on Did You Know? Majority of Federal Funding for College Is for Student Loans

The federal government has grown in importance for higher education for decades. The most long-lasting effect could be its status as the lender of first resort for student loans. The … Continue reading “Did You Know? Majority of Federal Funding for College Is for Student Loans”


Dissenting Voices You Wouldn’t Expect

Jan 6, 2014 · George Leef · Comments Off on Dissenting Voices You Wouldn’t Expect

Obama’s college rating idea is even taking fire from liberals.

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