A New Study Illustrates One Easy Way to Increase Diversity on College Campuses

“Now, new research reinforces the systemic nature of the barriers low-income students encounter when they consider higher education. A study, released this month by the University of Michigan’s Susan Dynarski and Stephanie Owen, along with Katherine Michelmore of Syracuse University and C.J. Libassi of the College Board, suggests that low-income students are more likely to apply to selective colleges if they’re aware that they can receive financial aid.”