Diverse: Issues In Higher Education
A study commissioned by College Futures Foundation in California measures the return on investment for low- and moderate-income learners in higher education. The report compares the costs of education with the earnings outcomes of these students and aims to inform approaches to ensure higher education delivers on its promise for students of all backgrounds. The analysis includes data from various types of educational institutions and aims to drive actionable conversations on delivering value and improving access for students. The study found that most California institutions allow low- and moderate-income students to recoup their education costs in five years or less, with some being able to do so in under a year. The report suggests that leaders consider examining the return on investment of specific programs within an institution….