College Enrollment is Falling at a ‘Concerning’ Rate, New Data Reveals

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Recent data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reveals a 5% decline in 18-year-old freshmen enrollment this fall. In an interview with The Guardian, Professor Julie J. Park highlights the rising cost of higher ߲о as a significant factor contributing to this trend. She cites “issues related to FAFSA” and the U.S. Supreme Court’s rejection of President Joe Biden’s student loan repayment plan as key barriers.