Administrative bloat in US colleges: Myth vs reality behind rising tuition costs
Rising college tuition is often blamed on administrative bloat, but data tell a different story. Federal statistics show staff-to-student ratios at top U.S. colleges are far lower than widely claimed, with most non-faculty staff supporting essential services. Experts say tuition increases stem from declining state funding, campus upkeep, research, and technology, not inflated administration.
Rising college tuition is often blamed on administrative bloat, but data tell a different story. Federal statistics show staff-to-student ratios at top U.S. colleges are far lower than widely claimed, with most non-faculty staff supporting essential services. Experts say tuition increases stem from declining state funding, campus upkeep, research, and technology, not inflated administration. What's Your Reaction?
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