Are on-campus living costs driving students online?
Higher living expenses, including rent, food, utilities and transportation may deter students and their parents from pursuing the traditional on-campus post-secondary educational experience. The College Board estimates that in 2011 the average college student's living expenses will be $17,820 for nine months and $23,770 for a full year.
chicagotribune.com

HBCUs recruiting more non-black students to boost enrollment
In order to boost enrollment and make up funding shortfalls, many historically black colleges and universities are beginning to recruit white and Hispanic high school students, offering more flexible class schedules and a diverse group of classmates.
wsj.com

Regional Focus

Texas higher ed 9% budget cut may impede creation of human capital
Critics argue that governor Rick Perry's nine percent cut to the Texas public university system's budget may interfere with the development of the skilled workforce necessary to boost the state's economy. 
washingtonpost.com

Okla. lawmaker and chancellor face off on tuition increases
Oklahoma State Legislature Rep. Tom Newell has expressed his disappointment with the State Regents for planned tuition and fee increases across the Oklahoma university system, arguing that affordable higher education is key to improving economic outcomes for the state's residents. However, Higher Education Chancellor Glen Johnson responded that the increases were essential in light of record enrollment rates and higher operating costs. 
therepublic.com