Why Do So Many Students Enroll in For-Profit Higher Education

question 10

Multiple Choice

Why do so many students enroll in for-profit higher education programs, given their relative lack of both effectiveness and accountability?

• A) Cheaper tuition
• B) Degrees are more highly valued in labor market.
• C) Predatory recruitment and false promises by for-profit schools
• D) Famous faculty members

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Definitions:

Wage Controls

Governmental policies or regulations aimed at setting or capping the levels of wages within an economy.

Health Care Accessible

The extent to which individuals can obtain needed medical services, often influenced by factors such as affordability, physical accessibility, and availability.

Private Health Insurance

Health insurance coverage provided by non-governmental organizations, offering a range of benefits and coverage options beyond what is typically available through public health services.