Podcasts about college affordability

Jenny Chen (she/her), CEO & Founder, Catalais Consulting, and I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week, we're talking about Harvard opening its wallet, a trans trailblazer owning the soccer pitch, women literally building the future, and more!Here are this week's good vibes:Harvard Slashes Tuition For Lower Income FamiliesTrans Referee Debuts in SoccerWomen Build More Than Just SkylinesA Scientific Game-Changer in Women's SoccerSilenced by Politics, Heard by the PeopleGood Vibes to Go: Bernadette's GVTG: Don't miss the full concert of the Equity Arc Wind Symphony on 60 Minutes—it's a powerful, uplifting celebration of inclusion that I know you'll love.Jenny's GVTG: You don't need to be an expert or DEI practitioner to create change. You just need to be a kind human who has a lens to see the world with clarity and accountability. When you notice gaps the next question is, you know, what's going on? Who is missing from our table? What am I willing to do to change it? 
Because systems don't shift on their own, right? They shift when we decide to stop playing small, start leading with the intention. Anyone can be a warrior.Read the Stories. Connect with Jenny Chen.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

This week join Alyssa McNamara Reed, CFP®, and her guest, indpendent college counselor Stacy Havens for a discussion about college affordability. Alyssa McNamara Reed, CFP® is a financial planner with a passion for the intersection of taxes and investing. Alyssa works with motivated savers, beneficiaries of estates, business owners, divorcees, and pre-retirees. McNamara Financial is an independent, family-owned, fee-only investment management and financial planning firm, serving individuals and families on the South Shore and beyond for over 30 years. COME SEE WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH A FIDUCIARY. http://mcnamarafinancial.com/

The graduating class of 2025 is the largest the country has ever seen — around 3.9 million students. That's according to the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education. And it'll likely be the largest group for a while. That's because starting next school year, the number of high school seniors is expected to drop sharply. That's partly due to low birth rates connected to the 2008 recession. We discuss how colleges and universities are grappling with declining enrollment. Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Connect with us. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Paul LeBlanc, retired president of Southern New Hampshire University and the 2024 NACU Ernest Boyer Award recipient, shares his remarkable journey from a first-generation college student to leading the transformation of SNHU into the nation's largest online university. In this episode, he reveals the “secret sauce” behind SNHU's success and tackles pressing issues in higher education, including affordability, access, and the urgent need for upskilling and reskilling in an AI-driven workforce. LeBlanc reflects on the leadership qualities needed to navigate today's challenges and emphasizes reclaiming Ernest Boyer's legacy of truth and ethical action, even when it involves taking risks. This thought-provoking conversation explores how higher education can uphold social justice, revive the American Dream, and inspire institutions to lead with love—showing students that they truly matter.

Welcome to our new series on busting college admission myths using data. In today's episode, Ethan is joined by Akil Bello to talk about standardized tests, rankings, and the cost of college. They dig into some common misconceptions about college including:  Are most colleges returning to requiring standardized testing scores?  Is it too hard to get into college?  Are highly-ranked colleges better?  Is it true that most colleges now cost more than $100,000 per year to attend?  And more!   Akil Bello is an educator, strategist, researcher, policy consultant, and advocate for equitable access to education. For more than 30 years, he's worked every job you can imagine related to admission testing and college access from tutor, to test prep company founder to CEO and now works as the Senior Director of Advocacy at Fair Test. When he is not moonlighting reading college applications for a public university, he serves on several advisory boards, writes articles for Forbes, and helps his wife parent their college freshman and HS junior.   We hope you enjoy!   Play-by-Play:  1:56 - Akil shares a bit about his background and identities   3:57 - What is Fair Test and what does Akil do as Senior Director of Advocacy?   6:03 - Myth #1: Most colleges are returning to requiring standardized testing scores.  11:25 - Myth #2: Universities are returning to standardized tests because they help attract students of color? 13:40 - Myth #3: Standardized test scores are a reliable predictor of GPA in college.  16:18 - Myth #4: It is harder than ever to get into college.  19:25 - Myth #5: The higher the ranking, the better the school. 27:59 - What are some good questions that students can ask themselves when developing a college list?  29:52 - Myth #6: College is expensive.  33:59 - Myth #7: A particular essay, extracurricular, or passion project gets students into college.   37:34 - What are some good questions that students can ask themselves when considering whether or not to submit a test score? 43:26 - What are some good questions that students can ask themselves if they are considering writing about race in their college essay or application? 46:44 - Akil shares advice to parents and students who are navigating this process 51:28 - Wrap up and closing thoughts    Resources: College Essay Guy's Roles and Identities Exercise  CEG Resources Post-SCOTUS Decision College Essay Guy's Personal Statement Resources College Essay Guy's College Application Hub

Jaclyn Pinero, CEO of uAspire, joins us to explore college affordability and financial aid. Jaclyn discusses the challenges students face with financial aid applications, institutional aid, and scholarships. She highlights how uAspire aids in demystifying these processes for both students and educators, providing essential tools and training. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone seeking to understand and navigate the financial complexities of higher education.

In this episode, Arielle and Ann discuss college affordability. They debunk common misconceptions about paying for college and share the importance of understanding college costs. They also highlight the use of net price calculators, the importance of student ownership in the college admissions process, and various methods for financing education, including scholarships and merit aid.

Once upon a time, borrowing money for college was an affordable path towards upward mobility. Today, it's a crisis. With Americans owing a whopping $1.7 trillion in student loans. So how did the student debt crisis get so out of control? From bungled government programs to Sputnik to the Great Recession, “How We Got Here” unpacks the history behind spiraling student debt…with interest! SOURCESOnly 25% of those with student loans went to graduate school—but they owe around 50% of all student debt | CNBCStudent loans are now easier to discharge in bankruptcy, attorneys say: It's 'life changing' | CNBCAverage Cost of College [2023]: Yearly Tuition + Expenses | Education Data InitiativeEverything you need to know about college costs - VoxStudent loan forgiveness: What to know about Biden's $39 billion plan - VoxWhy Does College Cost So Much? - The New York TimesIntroducing Bennett Hypothesis 2.0 | Center for College Affordability and ProductivityStatement Before the House Committee on Education and Workforce On Lowering Costs and Increasing Value for Students, Institution | Texas Public Policy FoundationIs Rising Student Debt Harming the U.S. Economy? | CFRStudent loan forgiveness: How much debt has Biden canceled? | CNN PoliticsFederal Student Loan Borrowers Reveal Grim Expectations for Payment Resumption | Morning ConsultDrivers of the Rising Price of a College Education | MHECMSD Annual Report 2022 - Student Debt and Young AmericaState Funding for Higher Education Still Lagging | NEAEducation; College Officials Defend Sharply Rising Tuition - The New York TimesStudent loan forgiveness: How much debt has Biden canceled? | CNN PoliticsThe Political Case For Student Debt Cancellation | Data for ProgressPublic Law 94-482 94th Congress An Act

On today's episode, Ethan is joined by Amanda Miller, who got her start in financial aid through the College Advising Corps at Davidson College in 2014. A few thousand students, several resources, and dozens of financial aid presentations later, Amanda's an independent financial aid specialist and college adviser who also serves as the financial aid go-to lady for the Matchlighters program and someone we consider to be a part of the extended College Essay Guy family.  Ethan and Amanda discuss:  How do people identify the best ways to pay for college? What are some things that people who win scholarships do differently? What's the most important thing a student can do to make college affordable and avoid going into tons of debt? How can you learn which colleges are likely to be affordable to you? Myths on topics ranging from financial aid appeals to applying out of state   Play-by-Play 1:45 - Intro 2:49 - How do people pay for college? 4:39 - Where does most of the money come from when it comes to paying for college? 5:28 - What are the three types of scholarships? 7:28 - How do students win scholarships? 10:38 - How does the FAFSA help students pay for college? 15:21 - How do students avoid taking on too much debt? 19:23 - How do students figure out what kinds of colleges will be affordable? 27:30 - What are some of Amanda's favorite affordability tools for students and parents? 29:43 - Amanda busts some college affordability myths 37:33 - How can families determine if college is truly worth the cost? 41:42 - What is the difference between “cost of attendance” and “net cost”? 44:04 - Why should most people still complete the FAFSA? 47:57 - What is a reasonable amount of debt to graduate with? 50:21 - What steps should students take to figure out their financial plan for college? 51:52 - Closing thoughts Resources Crash Course on How to Pay for College (check back soon for the link!) How to Make College Affordable Mini-Course for U.S. Students and Families How to Make College Affordable Mini-Course for College Counselors and Educators College Scorecard – US Department of Education TuitionFit – Mark Salisbury  CollegeXpress The College Finder: Choose the School That's Right for You! Fourth Edition – By Steven R. Antonoff, Ph.D. Podcast Episodes: 121: Which Schools Are the Most Generous With Financial Aid? (US Version) – Jeff Levy, financial aid expert 122: Which Schools Are the Most Generous With Financial Aid? (International Version) – Jennie Kent, international financial aid expert 411: Finding Your Why, What a Liberal Arts Education Really Is, and How to Figure out What You Actually Want – Ann Marano (Colleges That Change Lives)

Hey all, today's episode is a special one. We had one of our rockstar essay coaches, Shira Harris, sit down with two of her former Matchlighter students, Milena Veliz and Sayem Kamal, to discuss their experiences navigating the college application process as First Generation Low Income Students. At the time of the recording, Milena was an incoming sophomore at Macaulay Honors College at John Jay and Sayem was an incoming freshman at Columbia University. They both received full scholarships at their respective schools.  In the episode, we'll listen to Shira, Milena, and Sayem discuss (among other things):  Milena and Sayem's backgrounds and how they found out about the Matchlighters program The process of working with Shira and some of the most helpful resources they used to write their essays Leveraging scholarships to pay for college Difficulties Milena and Sayem encountered in the application process and why having a mentor was so helpful What Milena and Sayem wrote in their personal statements Tips, hacks, and guidance for students going through the process right now If you've never heard of Matchlighters, it's our 1-on-1 coaching support program where we pair students from low-income households with volunteer counselors. We're in our 8th year of the program with over 2,000+ Scholars supported from 45 states and 5 continents — with our scholars attending more than 150 colleges and universities. Shira Harris, whom you'll meet in a moment, is an alternative educator, mediator, former civil rights attorney and queer activist who received a BA from UC Berkeley, law degree from New York University, and an international masters on migration and mediation in the Mediterranean region. We hope you enjoy the conversation.    Play-by-Play 2:20 - Milena & Sayem share their backgrounds  5:13 - How they found Matchlighters and what their sessions were like  9:41 - What resources did they find helpful in the college essay writing process?   12:36 - How did Milena & Sayem start to build their college lists?  15:35 - What was difficult or unexpected about this process?  19:45 - What tips do Sayem & Milena have for students going through this process right now?  23:20 - How did they overcome concerns about college affordability as low-income students?  26:35 -What scholarship resources did Milena & Sayem find in their search? 29:29 - How are Milena & Sayem connecting with their college campuses? 33:03 - What parts of the application process have stuck with Milena & Sayem?  36:55 - What advice would Sayem & Milena give to their former selves?  38:45 - Resources for First-Gen, Low-Income students  41:11 - Wrap-up / closing thoughts Resources Matchlighters The Values Exercise Corsava Card Sort CollegeXpress QuestBridge Why Us Guides Super Essays Macaulay Honors Where You Go Is Not Who You'll Be by Frank Bruni Reddit - r/applying to college Reddit - r/questbridge CollegeBoard CEG Discord First Gen Support Discord UStrive (mentorship program for FGLI students)  

College is expensive, financial aid is limited, and student loans are burdensome, as Nina from In The Heights plainly shows us. How can you afford the college experience you so deserve and the credentials for your dream career? Quinton Lampkin can help! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lightscameraanalysis/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lightscameraanalysis/support

Podcast Show Notes: Aimee's Bitcoin JourneyIn this episode, we'll delve into Aimee's personal journey of discovery and transformation through Bitcoin, from initial encounter to becoming a passionate advocate.Episode Highlights:Skepticism and Intrigue: It all began with a Fast Company article that left Aimee intrigued by the concept of digital money. Years of Ignorance: Bitcoin faded into the background, but in 2020, Aimee's family's investments reignited her curiosity to take a deeper look.The Learning Journey: To invest, Aimee wanted to be knowledgeable. She embarked on a journey of learning, taking courses, reading, and tuning into Bitcoin-related podcasts.The 'Aha' Moment: Aimee realized that Bitcoin was something she could own, immune to government control. It aligned with her values of personal freedom.Spreading the Knowledge: Aimee started sharing Bitcoin with family and friends, and even her less tech-savvy mom embraced the idea.Hope and Empowerment: Bitcoin gave Aimee hope in a world marred by economic disparities and government overreach. Reevaluating Higher Education: Aimee's perspective on higher education shifted as she realized that the fiat system needed fixing before college affordability could improve. Changing Academia: Bitcoin has the potential to reshape academia by introducing sound money principles across disciplines, creating a culture of financial literacy.Aimee's journey into Bitcoin has been a path of enlightenment, hope, and empowerment. It's not just a digital currency; it's a catalyst for change that can reshape our financial systems, our education, and our world. Embracing Bitcoin means embracing a future where personal freedom and financial stability are attainable realities. Tune in for an inspiring story of transformation and hope through Bitcoin.To learn more about Bitcoin: Join the Orange Hatter Women's Reading Club. Visit https://www.meetup.com/womensbitcoinreadingclubwithorangehatterPlease email questions/comments to tali@orangehatter.comHODL UP is available at www.freemarketkids.com.Remember: Knowledge is empowerment!

Are your kids heading to college? Or planning to in the future? This is a must-listen - Michael's conversation with NY Times columnist Ron Lieber, author of "The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Road Map for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make." Original air date 29 January 2021.

Equipping college admissions and financial professionals with the knowledge to facilitate smart choices about higher education with college counselor Julie Spak. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What exactly is the National College Affordability Group (NCAG)? What is the history and mission of NCAG? What kind of professionals join NCAG? When is the NCAG National Conference, and what does that event entail? What should someone curious about NCAG know about it? ABOUT NATIONAL COLLEGE AFFORDABILITY GROUP The National College Affordability Group is a non-profit organization run by and for its members. NCAG provides education relevant to college admissions, financial aid and other subject matter appropriate for professionals working as financial planners and college admissions advisors.  NCAG fulfills a unique role among its sister organizations in that NCAG focuses on both college accessibility and affordability. With membership well-represented from both admissions counselors and financial professionals of all descriptions, NCAG provides a forum for conversation and collaboration. It is a tenet of NCAG that those working primarily (or exclusively) as IECs, and those working primarily (or exclusively) as in various financial services professions (CPA, CFP, CLU, RIA, etc.) must have a basic knowledge of both sides of college education (i.e. admissions and financial aid). NCAG uniquely offers timely and pertinent education to, and conversation among the full spectrum of professionals. Furthermore, NCAG alone welcomes those just launching their professional practice. NCAG offers a foundational course (Certified College Advisor), interaction with seasoned professional and informal mentoring to assist those new to the field of college planning to establish themselves with the highest standards of practice, as well as practical education. NCAG was the vanguard organization for providing education with live webinars led by subject-matter experts. NCAG webinars are recorded and made available to all of its members. NCAG seeks and exploits opportunities to advocate for an affordable and scholastically meritorious college education for students. NCAG welcomes opportunities to collaborate with sister organizations that advocate for similar objectives. NCAG is committed to integrity and transparency in college planning and counseling.  Specifically, we reject any subterfuge to sell financial products in the name of college planning, admissions counseling and financial aid assistance. NCAG urges its members to embrace unimpeachable ethical standards that always put the best interests of students and families first. To learn more, please ncagonline.org. ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.

Hosts Joe Moravchik and Rich Larson talk with President Emeritus of St. Lawrence University, Dan Sullivan, and President Emeritus of Carleton College, Steve Poskanzer, about the affordability of college in the United States, and what can be done to make sure college is accessible to all Americans.

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy with Attorney General Jason S. Miyares from the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our conversation focuses on the following topics: — Attorney General Jason Miyares discusses the creation of Virginia's Antisemitism Task Force and efforts to counter the rise of attacks targeting the Jewish community in America. — The 25-state lawsuit on new Department of Labor rule allowing asset managers to direct their clients' retirement money to ESG (Environmental Social Governance) investments. — Attorney General Jason Miyares' efforts in leading a coalition of 21 states calling on President Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken to designate drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) under federal law. We learn how this initiative will free up resources to confront the deadly opioid crisis with the seriousness it deserves. — American exceptionalism and the principled messages from President Ronald Reagan and Abraham Lincoln. Bio | Jason S. Miyares Attorney General Jason Miyares' story doesn't start in Virginia Beach, Virginia, but in Havana, Cuba when his mother, Miriam Miyares, fled communist Cuba, penniless and homeless. She taught Jason a love for freedom, democracy, and that America is indeed the “last best hope on earth.” A product of Virginia public schools, Jason graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Administration from James Madison University and received his J.D. from the College of William and Mary School of Law. He previously served as a prosecutor in the Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney Office, where he worked alongside law enforcement to keep violent criminals off our streets and our communities safe. In 2015, almost fifty years to the day that she fled Cuba, Miriam was able to vote for her son Jason Miyares to represent her in the oldest democracy in the Western Hemisphere, the Virginia House of Delegates. While representing Virginia Beach, Jason was recognized as “Legislator of the Year” in both 2018 and 2019 from the College Affordability and Public Trust for his work on transparency and affordability in higher education, as well as by the Hampton Roads Military Officers Association of America in 2018. He was also recognized in 2019 by the Safe House Project for his work combatting human trafficking, an issue that his administration is prioritizing. Jason Miyares is the first Cuban American elected to the General Assembly, the first Hispanic elected statewide in Virginia, and the first son of an immigrant ever elected to be Attorney General. He is passionate about preserving the American Miracle for the next generation of Virginians. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @JasonMiyaresVA @ileaderssummit @AmericasRT @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

Join America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) Radio co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy in a conversation with Jason S. Miyares, Attorney General of Virginia, on efforts to strengthen the rule of law in America, address the U.S. southern border crisis, the related fentanyl death epidemic, and shoring election integrity in the American republic. Topics: — Strengthening the Rule of Law | Restoring Law and Order | Attorney General Miyares Announces Ceasefire Prosecutors to Target Violent Crime (https://oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/2482-october-17-2022-attorney-general-miyares-announces-ceasefire-prosecutors-to-target-violent-crime) — U.S. Southern Border Crisis Impacting the States Across America | Attorney General Miyares Asks the Supreme Court to Uphold Law that Prohibits Encouraging People to Break U.S. Immigration Laws (https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/2465-september-29-2022-attorney-general-miyares-asks-the-supreme-court-to-uphold-law-that-prohibits-encouraging-people-to-break-u-s-immigration-laws) — The Fentanyl Crisis | Attorney General Miyares Urges President Biden to Classify Fentanyl a Weapon of Mass Destruction (https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/2453-september-15-2022-attorney-general-miyares-urges-president-biden-to-classify-fentanyl-a-weapon-of-mass-destruction) | In 2021, 108,000 people died of drug overdoses; 71,000 of whom died from fentanyl or fentanyl-related substances. — New Election Integrity Unit in Virginia - A Model for the United States (https://www.oag.state.va.us/media-center/news-releases/2452-september-9-2022-attorney-general-miyares-announces-new-election-integrity-unit) — Countering anti-Semitic BDS (boycott, divest and sanction) movement which is targeting Israel through ESG (environmental, social, governance score) by Morningstar From the Attorney General's office, "Operation Ceasefire is a proven approach to address violent criminal activity among serious and repeat offenders, which was extremely successful in Richmond from 2004-2008. This initiative works to reduce violent crime by maintaining strategic and effective partnerships through the Commonwealth by promoting firearm safety, investing in gang prevention, and supporting community policing in high-crime neighborhoods in order to get the most violent and repeat offenders off our streets." Bio: Attorney General Jason S. Miyares (https://oag.state.va.us/our-office/about-the-attorney-general) Attorney General Jason Miyares' story doesn't start in Virginia Beach, Virginia, but in Havana, Cuba when his mother, Miriam Miyares, fled communist Cuba, penniless and homeless. She taught Jason a love for freedom, democracy, and that America is indeed the “last best hope on earth.” A product of Virginia public schools, Jason graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Administration from James Madison University and received his J.D. from the College of William and Mary School of Law. He previously served as a prosecutor in the Virginia Beach Commonwealth's Attorney Office, where he worked alongside law enforcement to keep violent criminals off our streets and our communities safe. In 2015, almost fifty years to the day that she fled Cuba, Miriam was able to vote for her son Jason Miyares to represent her in the oldest democracy in the Western Hemisphere, the Virginia House of Delegates. While representing Virginia Beach, Jason was recognized as “Legislator of the Year” in both 2018 and 2019 from the College Affordability and Public Trust for his work on transparency and affordability in higher education, as well as by the Hampton Roads Military Officers Association of America in 2018. He was also recognized in 2019 by the Safe House Project for his work combatting human trafficking, an issue that his administration is prioritizing. Jason Miyares is the first Cuban American elected to the General Assembly, the first Hispanic elected statewide in Virginia, and the first son of an immigrant ever elected to be Attorney General. He is passionate about preserving the American Miracle for the next generation of Virginians. americasrt.com (https://americasrt.com/) https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @JasonMiyaresVA @ileaderssummit @AmericasRT @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA @supertalk America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable (https://americasrt.com/) radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. Tune into America's Roundtable Radio program from Washington, DC via live streaming on Saturday mornings via 65 radio stations at 7:30 A.M. (ET) on Lanser Broadcasting Corporation covering the Michigan and the Midwest market, and at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk Mississippi — SuperTalk.FM reaching listeners in every county within the State of Mississippi, and neighboring states in the South including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Listen to America's Roundtable on digital platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, Google and other key online platforms. Listen live, Saturdays at 7:30 A.M. (CT) on SuperTalk | https://www.supertalk.fm

On episode #67 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I bring back Ayanna Overall, senior consultant at Deloitte. Ayanna has an extensive background in financial consultation and education for consumers and businesses. Today we're going to talk about ways college students can make smarter choices when it comes to student loan debt and affording college. For more info. about Ayanna's services visit: www.mynewlifecredit.com *If you've received value from any of my podcasts I'd love for you to head over to Apple and leave a positive review. These reviews help other moms find my podcast. They're also encouraging to read! Just go to Apple podcasts, scroll down to “Ratings and Reviews,” and tap to rate and write a review. Thank you in advance! Follow Tinseltown Mom! TinseltownMom Blog Instagram YouTube Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn The post Ep. 67: College Affordability and Student Loan Debts – Financial Expert Ayanna Overall Offers Solutions appeared first on Tinseltown Mom.

Education is the foundation of the American dream and the pathway to economic mobility. And higher education is the culmination of that dream. For many families, that dream comes at enormous cost and sacrifice. We go behind-the-scenes of a Bush Institute policy discussion as four of our experts tackle college affordability, public policy, and the topic that's the subject of water-cooler talk everywhere: college debt forgiveness.Featuring:Holly Kuzmich, Executive Director of the Bush InstituteAnne Wicks, Ann Kimball Johnson Director of Education and OpportunityCullum Clark, Director at the Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth InitiativeJustine Taylor-Raymond, Deputy Director, Education

Make sure to fill out our listener survey! Find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. Our guest for this week's episode is Angelique Albert, CEO of the Native Forward Scholar Fund. She joins us to discuss the recently released National Study on College Affordability for Indigenous Students. Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Music by pond5.com

How does the ticket price on higher education impact access, and what should families be paying? Two economists tackle these questions with the CEO of NACAC Angel Pérez. Together, they explore what financing constructs can increase equity, and what advice they have for those making difficult decisions about what they can afford.Guests: Sandy Baum, non-resident Senior Fellow at the Urban Institute, Phillip Levine, Katharine Coman and A. Barton Hepburn Professor of Economics at Wellesley College. Moderated by NACAC CEO Angel Pérez.

Michael offers analysis after President Biden signs an executive order to implement his Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Original air date 25 August 2022.

Paul and Emile talk through recent ESG news, including the pushback the SEC has gotten from Republicans in Congress over its climate disclosure rule and how that fits into the larger trend of the anti-ESG movement. Then Emile talks with Dan Garrett, assistant professor of finance at Wharton School, about his research on the financial consequences of Texas' anti-ESG legislation.Related Article: Who's afraid of ESG?Guest Bio: Daniel Garrett is an assistant professor of finance at the Wharton School researching issues in public finance, corporate and personal income taxation, and financial regulation. He is particularly interested in how public entities raise funds—primarily through issuing bonds or raising taxes—and how those mechanisms affect businesses, consumers, investors, and workers. He has recently published academic papers on international tax avoidance, responses to domestic corporate tax incentives, and the primary issuance market for municipal securities. Since the beginning of the Covid crisis, Dan has been co-organizing the Virtual Municipal Finance Workshop jointly with Pengjie Gao and Dermot Murphy. Dan is a graduate of Duke University with both an MA and PhD in Economics. He earned a BS in Economics at Ohio University in the Honors Tutorial College. Before pursuing graduate education, Dan worked as a tax analysis professional 1 in the Ohio Department of Taxation and as a research associate with the Center for College Affordability and Productivity.

Reported by Inside Higher Ed, while more than half of respondents to an NPR and Ipsos poll suggested support for President Biden's partial debt forgiveness plan, a full 82% believe the focus should be on making college more affordable, not merely subsidizing its debt at the end of the line. But what would this look like?

Tips on maximizing college affordability, a look at the small college experience and a look at common mistakes young investors make.

Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Richard Vedder, Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus at Ohio University. In this episode, Todd and Richard discuss the current affordability crisis in higher ed, the idea of free college, and alternative ways for students to finance their education. Topics Discussed: Why college enrollments have declined in the past decade How the rise of student loans in the 1970s led to massive tuition increases and student debt Why prestigious universities continue to grow The impact of the free college movement The benefits of implementing a college exit exam for graduates Guest Bio  Richard Vedder is a Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus at Ohio University and Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute. He is well known for his work as an economic historian with a focus on the economics of higher ed. Previously, he served on the Spellings Commission on the Future of Higher Education, ran the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, and administered Forbes' Best Colleges rankings. Richard is also a prolific writer. He has authored over 200 scholarly papers and many books including, Going Broke by Degree: Why College Costs Too Much, Restoring the Promise: Higher Education in America, and Out of Work: Unemployment and Government in Twentieth-Century America.

April 22, 2022 - Education Trust-NY Executive Director Dia Bryant outlines how the recently adopted state budget makes higher education more affordable, such as expanding access to tuition assistance programs and investing in education opportunity programs

Alongside stick-figure families and save-the-environment slogans, there's another bumper sticker you're bound to see if you spend enough time on the road: "My kid and my money go to [insert university name here]."It's a sticker that's quite real and honest. And in the spirit of being real and honest, we wanted to share an episode of College Admissions Insider that's all about the truth behind college affordability.In this episode, we'll define need-based aid, discuss how families should factor affordability into their college search, and try to dispel some misconceptions about college costs — all in hopes of demystifying this crucial aspect of the college admissions process.Our guest is Lisa Keegan, Bucknell's vice president for enrollment management. Lisa has worked in higher education for over 15 years, with nearly a decade spent in enrollment management leadership roles. Read a transcript for this episodeIf you have a question, comment or idea for a future episode, email podcast@bucknell.edu.Links:Bucknell's Office of Financial AidApplication dates and deadlinesPlan a visit to BucknellUndergraduate admission requirements@iamraybucknell, our student-run InstagramInfo about applying to BucknellBuild a Bucknell Custom ViewbookLatest news for prospective studentsBucknell Virtual Welcome Center

In this episode, Manny and Dylan talk about a recent high-profile tenure decision involving Michael Kraus, a psychologist and Associate Professor at the Yale School of Management. Do Ivy League schools promote from within? Are tenure decisions based on merit, or based on ideological preferences of senior faculty? Then, we highlight some of Kraus's influential research, and specifically do a deep dive into some papers he's published on the psychology of inequality. Also mentioned in the episode: Dylan's NPR interview about the science of dreams, Dylan's Heterodox Academy interview about education and learning, and Manny's Master's Thesis. http://www.michaelwkraus.com/ Michal Kraus's publication record 2016 review of Yale's Faculty of Arts and Sciences Tenure Appointment Policy 25 Ways to Reduce the Cost of College - Center for College Affordability and Productivity Norton, M. I., & Ariely, D. (2011). Building a Better America—One Wealth Quintile at a Time. Perspectives on Psychological Science, 6(1), 9–12. Kraus, M. W., & Tan, J. J. (2015). Americans overestimate social class mobility. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 58, 101-111. Kraus, M. W., Rucker, J. M., & Richeson, J. A. (2017). Americans misperceive racial economic equality. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 114(39), 10324-10331. Tan, J. J., Kraus, M. W., Carpenter, N. C., & Adler, N. E. (2020). The association between objective and subjective socioeconomic status and subjective well-being: A meta-analytic review. Psychological Bulletin, 146(11), 970. Recent op-ed by Kraus in LA Times about perceptions of inequality Photo by DS stories from Pexels

On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We learn about new anti-hate measures from the Harris County DA. Also this hour: Mayor Pro-Tem Dave Martin, who represents District E on city council, joins us to discuss issues facing the city and to answer your questions. Then, we discuss changing ideas about college affordability and financial aid. And the TV show Texas Country Reporter turns 50 this year. We talk with longtime host Bob Phillips, who has a recent book called A Good Long Drive.

Go find tons of cool gear and support the show at our storefront. --- Support the show on Patreon to get exclusive perks! --- Our guest for this week's episode is Ayden Berkey, co-founder of Access Scholarships. We explore the wide world of scholarships and how they can be more readily utilized for the benefit of more students. --- Subscribe and listen via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast --- Music by pond5.com

MIR Responds is our new series where MIR's podcasters will respond to writers about their articles. We may agree and we may disagree, but regardless, we'll make sure to keep this series filled with civil debate and lively discussion. In our debut episode, host Andrew Xu sits down with MIR writer Matthew Farrell to discuss his article on the US's inordinately large college tuition prices.   References   "Universal University: How College Education Can Be Democratized in the United States" by Matthew Farrell, The McGill International Review   "Mass Debt Forgiveness Is Not a Progressive Idea" by Sandy Baum, Education Next   "Measuring College Prestige vs. Cost of Enrollment" by Paul Sullivan, The New York Times   "When private colleges lose prestige, they raise tuition" by Jillian Berman, MarketWatch

Today's guest hosts are Edwith Theogene and Charlotte Hancock, Organizing Director and Communications Director for Generation Progress. During today's show they discuss how four different proposals have been released in the past month that aim to make college affordable and accessible and prevent students from having to choose between obtaining higher education and going into debt. These proposals represent significant progress on the issue of college affordability, and are a testament to the hard work that advocates have put into ending the student debt crisis and addressing its root causes. The four proposals share common elements—including federal-state partnerships and crucial investments in historically underfunded HBCUs, minority-serving institutions, and community colleges, and expanding financial aid eligibility to DREAMers. The American Families Plan proposed by the Biden-Harris administration would also make public community colleges free for students, and provide two years of subsidized tuition at HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs. To talk with Edwith and Charlotte more about what these proposals represent for the college affordability crisis and where we should go from here, they are joined by two expert guests. They are Antoinette Flores, managing director for Postsecondary Education at the Center for American Progress, and Russell Boyd, national field organizer for the NAACP Youth & College division. Generation Progress' website is GenProgress.org and their Twitter handle is @GenProgress. Edwith Theogene's Twitter handle is @WhoIsEdwith and Charlotte Hancock's handle is @CharlatAnne. Antoinette Flores' Twitter handle is @TheToniFlores and the handle for the Center for American Progress Higher Education Team is @CAPHigherEd. The Twitter handle for the NAACP Youth & College Division is @NAACPYC_.

Today's guest hosts are Edwith Theogene and Charlotte Hancock, Organizing Director and Communications Director for Generation Progress. During today's show they discuss how four different proposals have been released in the past month that aim to make college affordable and accessible and prevent students from having to choose between obtaining higher education and going into debt. These proposals represent significant progress on the issue of college affordability, and are a testament to the hard work that advocates have put into ending the student debt crisis and addressing its root causes.  The four proposals share common elements—including federal-state partnerships and crucial investments in historically underfunded HBCUs, minority-serving institutions, and community colleges, and expanding financial aid eligibility to DREAMers. The American Families Plan proposed by the Biden-Harris administration would also make public community colleges free for students, and provide two years of subsidized tuition at HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs. To talk with Edwith and Charlotte more about what these proposals represent for the college affordability crisis and where we should go from here, they are joined by two expert guests.  They are Antoinette Flores, managing director for Postsecondary Education at the Center for American Progress, and Russell Boyd, national field organizer for the NAACP Youth & College division.  Generation Progress' website is GenProgress.org and their Twitter handle is @GenProgress.  Edwith Theogene's Twitter handle is @WhoIsEdwith and Charlotte Hancock's handle is @CharlatAnne.  Antoinette Flores' Twitter handle is @TheToniFlores and the handle for the Center for American Progress Higher Education Team is @CAPHigherEd.  The Twitter handle for the NAACP Youth & College Division is @NAACPYC_.

A look at college affordability, education offerings at city colleges of Chicago and why the Colonial Pipeline hack is a wake up call on US cyber vulnerability.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Vedder is a Distinguished Professor of Economics at Ohio University. He spent a large part of his career on the economics of higher education. He served on the Spellings Commission on the Future of Higher Education under President George W.Bush, ran the Center for College Affordability and Productivity, and has administered the Forbes' Best Colleges rankings for years. Mr.Vedder also serves as an adjunct scholar at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), a Senior fellow at the The Independent Institute, as well as an economist with Congress' Joint Economic Committee. He has testified in front of congress numerous times and actively discusses his ideas in public. Richard Vedder commonly writes for major publications including the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, USA Today, and the Christian Science Monitor. Mr.Vedder is also the author of 5 books, including "Essays in Nineteenth-Century Economic History", "Out of Work", "Going Broke by Degree", "The Wal-Mart Revolution", and most recently "Restoring the Promise." Books by Richard Vedder: "Essays in Nineteenth-Century Economic History" "Out of Work" "Going Broke by Degree" "The Wal-Mart Revolution" "Restoring the Promise" Books recommended by Richard Vedder: 1.Churchill: Walking With Destiny – Andrew Roberts 2.The Splendid and the Vile – Eric Larson 3. Margaret Thatcher: Herself Alone – Charles Moore About The Inquiring Mind Podcast: I created The Inquiring Mind Podcast in order to foster free speech, learn from some of the top experts in various fields, and create a platform for respectful conversations. Learn More: https://www.theinquiringmindpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinquiringmindpodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theinquiringmindpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/StanGGoldberg Subscribe to the Inquiring Mind Podcast: Spotify: http://spoti.fi/3tdRSOs Apple: http://apple.co/38xXZVJ Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/3eBZfLl

(Recorded 6/4/2020)Jeff Levy has been an independent educational consultant since 2007, based in Santa Monica, California. While his students come from all backgrounds and have a broad array of interests, his three decades as a professional in the film and television industry have made him a natural resource for those interested in the visual and performing arts and other creative fields. Jeff has become a recognized advocate for college affordability and financial aid. Each year, he and his partner Jennie Kent publish several easy-to-use charts that help families understand which colleges will be the most affordable for them. While academic and social fit are two important components matching students with colleges, he believes that financial fit is too often overlooked by counselors and parents in guiding students towards colleges that make sense. Jeff has been quoted in the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, has been interviewed on National Public Radio’s “All Things Considered,” and is a regular blogger for Grown & Flown. He is a member of several professional organizations, co-wrote the syllabus for UC San Diego Extension’s course on college affordability and financial aid, and is on the faculty of IECA’s Summer Training Institute. He is passionate about being a voice for equity and affordability in higher education. Links: https://www.bigjeducationalconsulting... https://www.bigjeducationalconsulting... #FinancialAid #education #university #College SUBSCRIBE TO BEFORE COLLEGE TV GET THE LATEST INTERVIEWSTEXT HARLAN: 321-345-9070INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/HarlanCohenFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/HelpMeHarlan/TWITTER: http://Twitter.com/HarlanCohenWEBSITE: www.HarlanCohen.com | www.BeforeCollegeTVBEFORE COLLEGE TV: HOSTED BY HARLAN COHEN |  @HarlanCohen

This week Quinton talks to Mischael Metelus about his relationship to money, money management advice, college affordability, and breaking bad financial habits.

In this EdUp Embedded episode of The EdUp Experience, Dr. James Toscano and Dr. Joe Sallustio have a one-on-one conversation about the Tuition Payer Bill of Rights Championed by Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust, the Tuition Payer Bill of Rights™ is a series of long-overdue consumer protections that, among other fundamental rights, will ensure that consumers either get what they pay for or a refund. Along with the initiative's coalition partners, Partners believes students should not have to pay the same price for lesser quality instruction or be required to pay for on-campus services they aren't able – or don't want – to use. Dr. James Toscano is the president of Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust and is a national leader in the fight to make college more affordable for American students and families. With a career that spans both public policy and higher education, Toscano brings a practitioner's perspective to bear on both the challenge--and opportunity--of transforming institutions of higher education. During Toscano's tenure as a vice president at Tidewater Community College, one of the largest in the U.S., the college was the nation's leader and model for lowering the cost of education for students through the innovative use of open educational resources. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next time for another episode! Contact Us! Connect with the hosts - Elvin Freytes, Elizabeth Leiba, and Dr. Joe Sallustio ● If you want to get involved, leave us a comment or rate us! ● Visit us at The EdUp Experience. ● Follow us on Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube Thanks for listening! We make education your business!

This week Quinton talks to Mischael Metelus about his relationship to money, money management advice, college affordability and breaking bad financial habits.

A look at jobs in high demand during the pandemic, advice on how to afford college during these tough financial times and the latest on the restaurant industry as it scrambles to put together a plan for the upcoming colder months. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy begins Hour Two by sharing his interview with Dr. Richard K. Vedder, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Economics at Ohio University and founding director of the Center on College Affordability and Productivity, about the real reasons higher education costs have been skyrocketing.  (Click here to watch the full interview.) Next, Jimmy talks with Zach Boren of the Urban Institute about the growing movement for apprenticeships, the opportunities they provide, and more.

Jimmy begins Hour Two by sharing his interview with Dr. Richard K. Vedder, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Economics at Ohio University and founding director of the Center on College Affordability and Productivity, about the real reasons higher education costs have been skyrocketing. (Click here to watch the full interview.) Next, Jimmy talks with Zach Boren of the Urban Institute about the growing movement for apprenticeships, the opportunities they provide, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with special guest Dr. Richard Vedder, PhD. What are the REAL reasons student loan debt keeps rising? Could the Covid-19 Pandemic result in a DECREASE in tuition costs? And with Black Lives Matter at its apex, how do we know the GOVERNMENT'S student loan system is why African Americans are disadvantaged when it comes to higher education and job opportunities? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) delves into these topics and is joined by Dr. Richard K. Vedder, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Economics at Ohio University and founding director of the Center on College Affordability and Productivity, to discuss. Jimmy then offers a stirring monologue on what the great abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, really argued in his speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"

The federal government already provides a great number of programs to help people attend college. Are the rising costs of higher education due, in part, to the federal government's credit availability to students? Is affordability the leading barrier to college, or is it actually college completion? In this podcast, Neal McCluskey, the Director of the Center for Educational Freedom at the Cato Institute and Michael Hansen, the Herman and George R. Brown Chair and Director of the Brown Center on Education Policy at the Brookings Institution will discuss whether there is a proper role for government in higher education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. James Toscano is the guest on this episode of The EdUp Experience. Dr. Toscano has about 20 years of experience in public policy and higher education as a national leader in the fight to make college more affordable for American students. Currently, Dr. Toscano serves as the President of Partners for College Affordability and Public Trust, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to making high-quality, affordable college education a reality for all Americans. He is also a former vice president at Tidewater Community College, one of the largest in the U.S. and a leader and model for lowering the cost of education for students through the innovative use of open educational resources. In this episode, Dr. Toscano discusses the erosion of public and student trust in higher education and strategies for regaining that confidence. He also provides some insights into the state of higher education after COVID-19 and what the future will look like for small private institutions, large public universities, and community colleges, with special consideration regarding cost and return on investment for students. Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Contact Us! Connect with the hosts - Elvin Freytes, Elizabeth Leiba, and Dr. Joe Sallustio ● If you want to get involved, leave us a comment or rate us! ● Visit us at The EdUp Experience. ● Follow us on Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube Thanks for listening! We make education your business!

Colleges and universities and average families are all feeling the financial pinch from the COVID-19 pandemic and the impacts are dramatic. Dr. Richard Vedder, emeritus distinguished professor of economics at Ohio University, outlines, for the Spectrum Podcast, how these loses will really be felt. He notes that higher education was already under financial distress before the pandemic arrived. Many universities were facing declining enrollments and rising expenses. Cutbacks were already in the offing. However, the pandemic added another layer of financial losses on top of a crumbling financial model for many colleges. He notes, that across the country, universities were having to cut staff and administrators even before closing campuses this spring. Some colleges are even closing their doors—not to be reopened. Now, with declining state funds along with plummeting enrollments, higher education is making further cuts of staff, administrators and faculty in unprecedented fashion. At the same time, Vedder says many families now are questioning whether their child should even go to college. He cites the rise in young people following various trades from welding to plumbing and other service professions. He notes that many doing better financially than some college graduates. Vedder also describes the sudden financial hardships facing the average family. Jobs have been lost and some will not be replaced. Expenses continue while incomes are have suddenly and sharply declined. This is an environment, he notes, that is reminiscent of the Great Depression. People don’t know where to turn for help as unemployment rates skyrocket and retail sales figures plummet. In these times of uncertainty, it is not clear whether students will return or campuses or even come initially. This breeds continual upheaval for universities and makes planning extremely tenuous. Vedder is a Founding Director of the Center for College Affordability and Productivity in Washington, D.C. and a fellow at the Independent Institute.

While 2/3 of Americans support tuition-free public college, what might the college affordability conversation look like this election season?

We had lots of fun collaborating with Morgan and Nikhil on this episode and look forward to further collaborations in the future! Visit thebipartisanpost.com to stay up to date with new articles and podcasts Follow us on Instagram @postbipartisan Follow Real College Talk on Instagram @realcollegetalk

In this episode, I break down the financial terminology and buzzwords surrounding college affordability. Unlike most generic overviews, however, I explain how these terms actually affect our lives. How much will college actually cost? At what income level does need-based aid disappear? And other difficult questions...Show Notes:In this episode, I advise parents on what they need to know about paying for college - before it’s too late. If parents put their heads in the proverbial sand until junior or senior year of high school, their financial flexibility may be severely limited. Listen to this podcast to orient yourself to the timing, relevance, and potential risks associated with today’s college costs and what you can do about them. In this Episode:0:00:51 Why is it hard to get straight answers from parents about financial aid?0:02:00 What matters when it comes to paying for college?0:03:15 The importance of early planning 0:03:23 A critical date to know if you have a sophomore in high school0:05:44 Families fall into 3 buckets0:05:50 Bucket #1 - You’re “rich"0:06:19 Bucket #2 - You’re not rich - or poor!0:06:38 Bucket #3 - You’re “poor"0:07:55 What does “rich” mean according to colleges?0:08:56 What is the EFC and why is it the starting point?0:10:10 What happens if your EFC is $50K?0:11:31 What are the components of college expenses?0:11:51 How much does it cost to attend Columbia University?0:12:21 What do small/medium liberal arts colleges cost to attend?0:12:55 How much do state colleges and universities cost?0:13:45 Where are all the schools in the middle of the price range?0:15:00 Bucket #1: You’re Rich (EFC = $120K)0:16:22 Bucket #2: You’re not rich or poor (EFC = $80K)0:16:50 What are your options if you’re in Bucket #2? 0:17:24 Strategy #1: Re-evaluate your target list of colleges0:18:48 What are merit-based scholarships and who gives them?0:19:53 Merit scholarships sound too good to be true. What’s the catch?0:22:50 Bucket #3: You’re “poor" (EFC = $5K)0:23:41 You mean I can go to Harvard for free?0:24:41 Do state colleges and universities offer need-based aid?0:25:15 How will my home equity be treated?0:26:10 What levers (if any) will move the EFC needle?0:26:18 Current income will make or break your financial need profile0:27:41 How much income puts me in Bucket 1, 2, and 3?0:28:04 If AGI = $120K0:28:31 If AGI < $65K0:29:00 If $120K < AGI < $400K “Dead Zone"0:29:38 If AGI > $400KIf you want to support the show, here are three immediate steps to take.   If you want to support the show, here are three immediate steps to take.  Subscribe to the podcast where ever you listen to podcasts (Apple, Spotify).Follow me on Instagram or FacebookGive us a reviewShare this episode with a friendJoin our mailing listEnroll your 9th or 10th grader in the programFollow us: Enroll in PrepWell AcademyFollow on InstagramFollow on FacebookPodcast Host: PrepWell Academy's Founder, Phil Black, has spent a lifetime cracking the code on the world's most competitive programs: Yale University, Harvard Business School, Navy SEALs, Goldman Sachs, Entrepreneurship, Shark Tank, etc.Inside PrepWell Academy, Black teaches students everything they need to know about the college admissions process in a series of expertly-timed, 3-5-minute, weekly training videos starting in 9th grade and continuing through 12th grade [Note: this program can only be joined in 9th or 10th grade]. My specialties include military service academies, ROTC scholarships, Ivy League, and student-athletes.

On this episode of the Bill Bennett Show, Bill spoke with Professor Richard Vedder about his new book "Restoring the Promise: Higher Education in America". Professor Vedder is the Senior Fellow at the Independent Institute and Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Economics at Ohio University; and he is the Founding Director of the Center for College Affordability and Productivity in Washington DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New “NCHER in 30” Podcast Includes Updates on Advocacy Activities, Focus on House Education and Labor Markup of the College Affordability Act In Episode 13 of the “NCHER in 30” podcast, the NCHER staff provides updates on several advocacy activities of importance to the membership that occurred in the month of October. In particular, James and Shelly discuss the recent introduction and markup of H.R. 4674, the College Affordability Act, a comprehensive reauthorization of the Higher Education Act, by the House Education and Labor Committee and its prospects for passage later this year. Then, Pam Shepherd interviews Elise Nowikowski, Principal of Evidens Group, on implementing and complying with federal laws and regulations. If you have any feedback or have topic suggestions, please send comments to info@ncher.us.  

This week on "Off The Cuff," Justin, Allie, Jill, and Rachel cover the ins and outs of the newly-released College Affordability Act (CAA), the House Democrats' bill to reauthorize the Higher Education Act. Jill walks the team through all the major proposed changes to Title IV aid programs, while Justin and Rachel discuss the bill's potential to move through Congress, and Allie gives an overview of reactions to the proposals. The team also discusses reported plans for Federal Student Aid to reorganize and expand its staff, as well as commentary from a well-known financial guru who recently encouraged students to pick a college they can afford — rather than shooting for their "dream school." Plus, the team wants to know: What would you do differently if no one was judging you?

Senator Sanders held a college affordability townhall in San Francisco while he was in town for the DNC summer meeting. Let's listen in! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

College and university student enrollments are in a downward spiral because of multiple factors including parents and students questioning the value of a college education, according to Dr. Richard Vedder, author, historian, columnist, and emeritus professor of economics at Ohio University. Demographically, there is a decline in the number of traditional college eligible students born during a period of low fertility in America and the numbers are expected to get worse. The number of traditional 18-22 year old students will drop more than 15% between 2025 and 2029. Currently, we are in our seventh straight year of decline nationally. Not only are there fewer students but students and parents are now questioning the value of higher education compared to the costs involved. Dr. Vedder says there is a “flight to quality” – students want to get in the elite institutions of higher learning but if they can’t many do not see a lesser ranked college or university as a viable alternative. Students look at the high costs of education, mounting student debt and balance that against the fact that 41.4 percent of college graduates are underemployed, according to Dr. Vedder. College educated students are now doing jobs that were formerly done by those with lesser education and the earnings differential between college and high school graduates is now declining, Dr. Vedder adds. In short, there are too many college graduates for the number of professional, managerial and technical jobs available. Colleges and university who are most dependent on tuition as revenue will be hurt the worst by enrollment declines and Dr. Vedder says experts are noting that many universities will either close their doors or merge with other institutions over the next two decades. He notes that universities have high labor costs and high fixed costs and those costs need to be met by enrollment driven tuitions and other fees. But, if students are not present more and more colleges and universities will find themselves in financial binds. Some educators worry that colleges and universities have been too slow to recognize these trends and are lagging behind in innovations to increase the value of degrees. Dr. Vedder is also a senior fellow at The Independent Institute and was a founding director of the Center for College Affordability and Productivity in Washington, D.C.

Our guest this week is Mark Salisbury, CEO and Founder of TuitionFit who speaks with Dustin about his career in higher ed and how he came to be working in a unique capacity within the conversation around college affordability. Subscribe and listen via iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, RadioPublic, or Google Play. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Our podcast is a proud member of the ConnectEDU Podcast Network. Music by pond5.com

Sharon Butler, executive VP of global education at Flywire, tells Karen Webster that payment plans can ease many pain points of paying for college tuition.

Sharon Butler, executive VP of global education at Flywire, tells Karen Webster that payment plans can ease many pain points of paying for college tuition.

Sharon Butler, executive VP of global education at Flywire, tells Karen Webster that payment plans can ease many pain points of paying for college tuition.

Last year, student loan debt hit $1.5 trillion. From free college to loan forgiveness, there are plenty of ideas to lower student debt. The post https://www.aei.org/multimedia/can-income-share-agreements-address-college-affordability-and-accountability-concerns-with-beth-akers-and-tonio-desorrento/ (Can income share agreements address college affordability and accountability concerns? (with Beth Akers and Tonio DeSorrento)) appeared first on https://www.aei.org (American Enterprise Institute - AEI).

In this episode Eric interviews Robert Biswas-Diener from the Noba Project in Portland, OR. No singular paragraph can describe Robert's eclecticism. Serving as the Editor of the Noba Project is one example of a family tradition of 'giving back,' but listen to the story of the difficulty of 'giving away' introductory psychology. Researching happiness around the world led him to world-class opportunities, including two TED talks and a great topic for a third TED talk. And don't forget about the tattoo.

The college affordability crisis is a familiar story to most Americans. A simplified version often goes that state funding for higher-ed institutions has decreased dramatically over the years, which has translated into massive tuition hikes for students and their families. Sandy Baum, a fellow in the Education Policy Program at the Urban Institute, watches the issue—and its proposed solutions—closely. The story usually gets encapsulated into examples of students trapped in hundreds of thousands of dollars of debt. And while this may be the case for some students, Baum notes that it’s not always the full picture. EdSurge talked with Baum about these issues—and about how innovative approaches are or aren’t helping solve the college affordability crisis.

NC Promise will make UNCP even more affordable beginning fall 2018.  In this episode, Jeff Frederick discusses the affordability of higher education and the application process with David Ward (UNCP's Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs), Lois Williams (Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment), and Jodi Phelps (Director of University Communications and Marketing). Originally published January 1, 2018. Read the transcript. www.uncp.edu 

Local institutions argue that college degrees and certifications can pay off as they implement tuition controls, counsel more effectively students and their families about loan and scholarship procedures, and continue efforts to contain costs. Join us for a conversation with local college and university enrollment specialists on the affordability of higher education in Northeast Ohio. Panelists include:rnRichard W. Bischoff, Vice President Enrollment, Case Western Reserve UniversityrnAngela Johnson, Vice President, Access and Completion, Cuyahoga Community CollegernRobert A. Spademan, Interim Vice President Enrollment, Cleveland State UniversityrnThis conversation will be moderated by City Club Youth Forum Council Chair TiOlu Oresanya. rn

The cost of college tuition is on the rise in Hampton Roads. However, college enrollment in the Commonwealth has increased each year since 1993. Today, we'll talk about Old Dominion University's efforts to make college more affordable and examine current legislation in the General Assembly aimed at combatting the issue. Join us by calling 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240, tweeting us @hearsayradio, or sending an email to hearsay@whrv.org. Later, we'll check in with Mal Vincent and find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Remember two years ago when we still talked about the college debt crisis? Remember when what to do about it was one of the defining topics of the Democratic primary for president? I’m nostalgic for those days, and I lament the fact that it barely qualifies as one of the most divisive issues anymore – solely because the people in power refuse to care about it.  I’m interested in reviving the conversation. After today’s interview, I’ll address the talking points you hear from the other side about this: this is about the extravagant lifestyles of studentsthis generation is too lazy and entitledpeople shouldn’t take out debt if they can’t afford to pay it back But before we do, I want to make sure we have a conversation to make the issue real. Curry Oglesby and I sat down in a Maryland diner to talk about the gauntlet she’s traveled thanks to college loans.  She entered Howard University on a full scholarship and – when it comes to setting herself up for a growing field – she chose one of the savviest majors she could.  A bad piece of advice from a student advisor and a snowstorm later, she was nearly underwater in debt.  Important Links: @Majority54 @JasonKander hellomajority54@gmail.com

On this episode, I am joined by Sara Goldrick-Rab, the author of Paying the Price, and the coauthor of Reinventing Financial Aid: Charting a New Course to College Affordability. She has written on education issues for the New York Times, the Chronicle of Higher Education, and other publications. Goldrick-Rab is currently a Professor of Higher Education Policy and Sociology at Temple University in Philadelphia, and is a former professor of higher education policy and sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  She is the founding director of the Wisconsin HOPE Lab, the nation’s first laboratory aimed at improving equitable outcomes in postsecondary education. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently named her Twitter account (@saragoldrickrab) the most indispensable one to follow. Segment 1: Study Logistics of Paying the Price [00:00-10:47] In this first segment, Sara describes the research discussed in her book Paying the Price. Segment 2: Media Attention for Paying the Price [10:48-20:52] In segment two, Sara discusses some of the media attention she received in response to Paying the Price. Segment 3: The Costs of Media Attention [20:53-36:09] In segment three, Sarah shares some of the benefits and challenges of working with a range of media outlets. Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:17]: Creating Your Own Luck with Research To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast: Twitter: @RIA_podcast or #RIA_podcast Email: riapodcast@oregonstate.edu Voicemail: 541-737-1111 If you listen to the podcast via iTunes, please consider leaving us a review.

Assemblyman Kevin Kiley discusses a tuition freeze for the CSU schools, the CalGrant program, and capping out-of-state enrollment at the University of California.

Dr. Richard Vedder, Director of the Center for College Affordability and Productivity in Washington, DC, notes that the costs of higher education have increased markedly in recent years while the value of a college degree may be diminishing. To counteract these trends, he says that colleges and universities must implement reforms and modernize. But, the Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Economics at Ohio University notes that reform is an alien concept to many administrators and faculty in high education. In short, universities are reluctant to change and when change occurs it is at the slowest of glacial paces. Dr. Vedder notes that the costs of higher education have doubled since the mid- 1990’s yet family incomes have not kept pace. He also cites that the cost of college has increased 16.5% between 2006 and 2014.. He also claims that nearly 40 million Americans have college debt which collectively equals about $1.3 trillion dollars. Yet, the gap between the earning power of a college graduate and a non-graduate is narrowing. In 2014, the earning differential between a college graduate and a high school graduate fell 11 percent for men and 19.7 percent for women ages 25-34, according to the College Board. To stay relevant, Dr. Vedder says colleges and universities must reform and modernize but many are reluctant to do so. New and cheaper educational delivery systems must be employed and efforts to curtail costs must become a priority. Technology must be more widely used. He cites Ohio’s proposed cap on textbook costs at $300 per year per student as an example of curtailing fees. Any costs over that amount would be borne by the institutions – thereby, giving administrative financial incentives to rethink the use of traditional text books. He thinks greater use of online courses and non-traditional teaching methods would cut costs and perhaps even make the educational experience more relevant to the real professional world. Finally, Dr. Vedder criticizes the “countryclubization” of the college living experience for students as a factor inordinately driving up higher education costs. He cites that many institutions are more concerned with the social amenities offered students in their living environments than the quality of their educational experience.

We are very pleased to welcome nationally renowned higher education policy advocate Dr. Sara Goldrick-Rab to the show this week! She speaks with Dustin about college affordability; how we got here, what it means for students, and what we can do about it.   Many thanks to Sara for making time for the show!   Find the full show notes here.

Bards Logic commentary and analysis of the CNN Democratic Presidential Debate. The Democrat candidates show us a glimpse of what is in store for America if they win the Presidency in 2016. The debate topics and our discuss includes Capitalism, Affirmative Action, Guns, Benghazi, Russia, Iran, & Libya, Income Inequality & the minimum wage, Bank bailouts and Wall Street, College Affordability, the NSA & Edward Snowden, "The Year of the Outsiders", and Climate Change. As part of WE the PEOPLE, it IS Important for YOU to Stand Up and BE HEARD. Call in with YOUR thoughts on the issues of today. CALL In and you can stay on the line and Be a Part of the Show. Join Our Round Table Discussion. This is Your show, the People's show. As part of WE the PEOPLE, it IS Important for YOU to Stand Up and BE HEARD. Your Voice Matters. Call in with YOUR thoughts on the issues of today. CALL In and you can stay on the line and Be a Part of the Show. Join Our Round Table Discussion. Want to be Heard on National Radio? Don't like waiting in a Queue to never get onto the show? And if you do get in, not being able to get out all you want to say. Want to be able to stay on the air with the Host for more than just a few minutes? If this is YOU, join us on Bards Logic and BE a Part of the Show Call us at 347-945-7428. Bards Logic is the Grassroots, We the People Show.    

“Almost half of undergraduates in the United States start at a community college,” says Fellow  in this podcast. Soliz, a new fellow in the  at Brookings, identifies challenges faced by students looking to transfer from community colleges to four-year institutions, reacts to President Obama’s proposal to make community college free, and discusses the conflict between for-profit colleges and community colleges. Regarding the conflict between the two, she says, “From an institutional perspective, there is a lot of potential for competition to be a beneficial thing. If the community colleges are losing students to the for-profits, then that could encourage them to increase their efficiency and increase their quality. [However] there are a couple of reasons why that may not be happening.”   Also in this episode, Fellow , managing editor of FixGov blog, offers his "What's Happening in Congress" update. Show Notes: Subscribe to the Brookings Cafeteria on , listen on , and send feedback email to .  

Policy Today: College Affordability by Washington Research Council