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- HECHINGERREPORT
(2021)
Projections of plummeting college enrollment may be finally forcing colleges and universities to make big changes.
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Summary: The article discusses the challenges faced by colleges and universities due to a significant decline in birthrates, which is leading to decreased enrollment figures. As projections indicate continued drops in student numbers, institutions are compelled to implement substantial changes to attract and retain students.
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The declining birthrate in many countries, particularly in the United States, is contributing to a demographic shift that impacts higher education. This trend is exacerbated by factors such as economic conditions, changing societal values regarding education, and increased competition among institutions. Colleges are now being urged to innovate their programs and outreach strategies to adapt to this changing landscape and ensure sustainability.
Keywords: enrollment decline, birthrate decrease, higher education, demographic shift, institutional change
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America’s total number of students has declined by an unprecedented 2.6 million, or 13 percent, over the last decade. Another drop of 15 percent is projected, beginning in the mid-2020s, in the number of prospective college students graduating from high schools.
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