Fixing College: Time for Real Change
The Current Crisis
Students are drowning in debt. Many graduates struggle to find jobs. The system isn't working.
It's time to ask hard questions.
Lawmakers Step In
Lawmakers are finally paying attention. They want to reform student loans and accreditation. This could be a big deal.
- Years of unchecked spending: Colleges have spent taxpayer money with little oversight.
- Rising tuition: Costs keep increasing.
- Administrator salaries: Big salaries for administrators.
- Student debt: Students get stuck with debt.
The Outdated Model
The traditional college model is outdated.
- Cost of a four-year degree: Has doubled in 20 years.
- Student loan debt: Over $1.7 trillion.
- Employer feedback: Graduates lack basic skills.
Something has to change.
The Role of Accreditation
Accreditation bodies often block innovation. They protect old schools and stop new ones from competing. This hurts students.
- Students need more options, not less.
- Some accreditors are changing: They want to focus on students, not just institutions.
Accountability Matters
Accountability doesn't mean more rules. It means asking simple questions:
- Are students graduating on time?
- Are they finding good jobs?
- Are they growing as people?
Schools should be judged on these things.
Innovation in Education
Some colleges are already making changes. They offer:
- Affordable, practical education.
- Focus on real-world skills and character development.
These schools are proving that change is possible. They show that students don't need to be burdened with debt.
The Path Forward
This is a chance for real reform.
- Students and families want change.
- Congress is asking the right questions.
But it will take courage to follow through.
- Old institutions will resist.
- They'll say reform is dangerous.
But reform isn't an attack on education. It's a way to make education better.
The Future of Higher Education
The future depends on affordability and accountability.
It's time to put students first.
Congress has the chance to make real changes. They need to finish the job.
