Poorer college students face many barriers to a brighter future. Let’s break those down.
“In college, we need more grants and fewer loans. As surging numbers of students, including single parents, become food insecure and even homeless, we need to find ways to help with living expenses, which often can be more formidable than tuition and fees. We need professionals linking low-income students up with the rich opportunities and connections enjoyed by their more privileged peers.”