college tuition

NC governor proposes free community college for high-demand sectors

During his recent state of the state address, North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein pushed to make community college tuition free for students entering high-demand fields. “The people of North Carolina are our greatest asset, so to invest in our future, we must invest in our people,” said Stein, a Democrat. “Our goal is to set...

David N. Bass

Opinion

UNC will lower costs by practicing discipline, accountability

Higher costs slow the rate of college attainment, leading to slower job growth and a greater divide between those with a degree and those without.

Peter Hans

News

House Committee Backs Bill Boosting College Transparency

A House committee on Tuesday approved a bill that would require the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority to inform college applicants about the possible outcomes of a degree at any of the state’s public or private colleges and universities. Senate Bill 536, “Students Know Before You Go & Central Residency,” stipulates that the NCSEAA...

Kari Travis

NC governor proposes free community college for high-demand sectors

UNC will lower costs by practicing discipline, accountability

House Committee Backs Bill Boosting College Transparency

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