1. One Degree of Separation.
- Author
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Johnson, Jean
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COLLEGE students , *SCHOOL dropout attitudes , *LOW-income students , *STUDENT financial aid , *PART-time students , *EDUCATIONAL counseling , *COLLEGE dropouts , *WORK & education , *LOW-income college students , *HIGHER education , *ECONOMIC conditions of students - Abstract
The article discusses a study done on college dropouts by nonprofit research organization Public Agenda titled "One Degree of Separation: How Young Americans Who Don’t Finish College See Their Chances for Success." The study researched low-income U.S. students' opportunity gaps, and found that students who do not graduate from college were more likely to come from low-income families. The study found that students were doubtful of the job prospects for people who have earned four-year degrees, and see educational financial aid as a risky investment. The article recommends trying to find out why more students don't apply for grants and scholarships, fixing the high school counseling system, and encouraging part-time attendance.
- Published
- 2012