Archive for: cost of college

 
All in Good Time

All in Good Time

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Texas has one of the best student-loan programs in the country. So why can’t UT tell students about it? The story behind Texas’ B-on-Time student loan program...

 
 

Despite Growing Public Doubt, Data Show College Is Worth It

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Few topics have inspired more hand-wringing and hair-pulling in recent years than the cost of college. Phrases like “return on investment,” “time...

 
 
What's The Only Thing More Expensive Than Going to College?

What’s The Only Thing More Expensive Than Going to College?

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The cost of college is skyrocketing, but a new report proves that at least one thing is worse than student loan debt: not having it. “For today’s young adults,...

 
 
A Major Problem

A Major Problem

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As policymakers and college administrators focus on STEM education, workforce preparation, and the cost of college, a student’s choice of major has never been...

 
 
Powers Talks College Access with White House Officials

Powers Talks College Access with White House Officials

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UT President Bill Powers visited the White House this week to talk education strategy along with the President and First Lady of the United States. A group of more...

 
 

TXEXplainer: President Obama’s College ‘Shake Up’

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President Obama has announced new policies to ‘shake up’ higher education and keep the cost of college down. Here’s what you need to know. He’s...

 
 

UT Racks Up Another High Ranking for Value

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After a year focusing on the value of college education, UT enters 2013 with more recognition. UT has been named a top value among public universities by wealth...

 
 

Yes, College Is Still Worth It [Infographic]

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Why the Cost of College Is Still Well Worth It

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In his recent article in Texas Monthly on the University of Texas and Texas A&M, Paul Burka outlined several criticisms leveled by reformers at higher education. Let...

 
 
 
 
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