Includes index. This book was purchased with funds donated by Don Young.
Contents:
The cost of college -- A closer look -- A better future -- A valuable education -- Working too hard -- Not enough or too much -- Struggling with student loans -- Not really free -- An informed opinion.
Summary:
"Some politicians have gained fame in recent years for promoting the idea that a college education should be free. Is this a good idea? How could it be achieved? Readers discover different approaches to the concept of a free college education through fact-filled main text supplemented with full-color photographs that allows them to develop their own informed opinion on this issue, which could impact their future. Fact boxes and a helpful graphic organizer provide additional information to help readers understand people on both sides of the debate over the cost of a college education"-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.