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The article provides information on the reforms in education system in the campuses of U.S. It states about some of the reforms that include improving grading system in regular semesters to avoid cheating, freedom for students to design their own course and independent study projects and most important is dedicated counselling for students. It further states that many universities have removed emphasis from core courses and the interdepartmental introductions to general education. But many students are avoiding the new experimentation.

The article reports on the financial crisis facing various private colleges and universities in the U.S. Twenty percent of private colleges and universities are experiencing budget deficits. The main reason for the shortfall of fund is the rising cost of teaching materials and falling revenue. Several private campuses are prioritizing the improvement of their core curriculum instead of spending on expensive buildings. The U.S. citizens need to support the private colleges and universities in order for them to survive.