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Will college get fixed?

Education
United States
Started April 20, 2026

That is the topic of my latest Free Press column. Here is one excerpt: So schools will respond to cost pressures by letting quality deteriorate. More instruction will be of the inferior online variety. There are very good online experiences, but schools are too bureaucratic and not run well enough to deliver them. Fewer professors […] The post Will college get fixed? appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. Related StoriesEmergent Ventures India, 16th cohortThe Public Choice Outreach Conference...

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While online education can provide flexibility, it often lacks the personal engagement and rigor of traditional in-person instruction.
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The decline in quality due to cost-cutting measures will undermine the value of a college degree, leaving students unprepared for the workforce.
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Reforming college structures and increasing accountability can lead to better educational outcomes without compromising quality.
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The bureaucratic nature of colleges may hinder effective reform, leading to a persistent cycle of declining quality in higher education.
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Investing in online education can enhance accessibility and affordability, making college more inclusive for diverse student populations.
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