Low-Income Students
Other than picking the right school, finances are one of the most important considerations when it comes time to pursue postsecondary education. The federal government, individual states, colleges and universities, private companies, clubs, and individual donors aim to make college affordable to everyone who applies for aid. Students may be eligible for grants, scholarships, loans, or work-study to help cover the cost of higher education.
New Film ‘Unlikely’ Shows How Higher Ed Sets Up Low-Income Students for Failure — and How Some Educators Are Helping Them Succeed
Film and article made by an alumni of a prestigious school showing how colleges set up low-income students for failure and how they can change that.
Why poor students drop out even when financial aid covers the cost
Among the many students heading off to college this fall, those from wealthier backgrounds are far more likely to graduate after four years. Hari Sreenivasan takes a look at why that occurs, and what one university is doing to combat this statistic.