A new era of anxiety is emerging for higher education in these dark and uncertain times

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Liz Willen Dear reader:

A new era of anxiety is emerging for higher education in these dark and uncertain times, a topic we are closely following at The Hechinger Report. One reason comes from early data ([link removed]) showing sizable drops in federal financial aid applications, particularly in poorer areas.

Another comes from early admission enrollment trends that could threaten years of progress for families at the bottom of the income scale ([link removed]) , along with plummeting community college enrollment and red flags ([link removed]) that abound for many other four-year institutions.

Questions about student debt are all part of the equation, which is why we are bringing you an interactive look ([link removed]) at loan debt, its rapid growth and who proposed forgiveness plans would help most. Take a look and send us your thoughts and concerns. We love to hear from our readers.

Liz Willen, Editor
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** As admissions season descends, wealthier applicants once again have the advantage ([link removed])
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Early application trends suggest the higher education wealth divide may get wider still.
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