9 Ways You're Getting Less for Your Dollar at College

9 Ways You're Getting Less for Your Dollar at College

Shift Toward Online Courses

Tough fiscal times mean there’s less to go around for lecture hall upgrades to both stay current and accommodate growing classes. Plus, less time in the classroom with a professor is a significantly smaller financial burden on the institution. So there’s a trend toward more online courses. Another reason: Online courses typically mean an uptick in revenue.

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