Public College Access for Minority and Low Income Students Devastated
Education is a key to employment in the information age and thousands of minority and low income students have been left behind during the last 15 years. Colleges are in hot pursuit of the top students and they have increased financial aid for families making more than $100,000 by 347% compared to 91% for families making $20,000 - $40,000. Many factors are contributing to this shift toward supporting those already have an upper class income. Some public universities no longer make a commitment to college access because they have shifted policies over the last fifteen years and they have success. The state legislators of these public colleges have taken a harder look at who they are supporting for the scarce dollars that are available.
The policies seem to support giving more financial aid based on merit and more financial aid to middle an upper class students who have greater chances of graduating. The education gap continues to expand based on the income and ethnicity of students. Many minority students who do make it to college come with insufficient funds and few experiences in advanced math and science courses. They also lack the financial resources to meet the escalating cost of college. There is no interest in providing greater access for students who may require more academic support.
It is clear that colleges need to increase their commitment to providing access for minority and low income students. They are over looking the fact that minorities represent the fastest growing student population. We are risking a diminished ability to compete in the global economy. The publications and websites that rank colleges should include college access for minorities and low income as one of the criteria for high ranking schools. College financial aid and admissions policies must change and those who establish federal and state policies must write legislation that supports low income and minority students. Dr. Stephen Jones is author of "Seven Secrets of How to Study" a study skills book for students of all ages.
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Dr. Stephen Jones is an outstanding educator who has spent his career helping economically disadvantaged students to succeed in college. Dr. Jones received his Bachelors Degree in Community Psychology from Widener University, Masters in Education from Howard University, Masters in Business Administration from Philadelphia University, and a Doctorate in Education from Widener University. He has been instrumental in helping thousands of students to realize their dream to earn a degree.
For twenty years, Dr. Jones has delivered presentations on numerous topics including how to study, leadership, effective communication, and innovative management practices. He is the author of a book titled "Seven Secrets of How to Study."
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