Higher Education Affordability and Public Policy

Abstract

This paper focuses on higher education affordability across the United States. I examine the history of the issue, why it should matter to both students and the public and the current opinions of both political parties. I analyze the federal education policy from both the Obama administration and the Trump administration and I compare affordability and access across the country. After determining what the issue is and why it matters, I examine and present various policy solutions, alternatives and recommendations.