Education Strategy Group reposted this
The cost of college is an enormous barrier to many students’ postsecondary dreams. While federal financial aid will continue to be crucial, there is also a major opportunity for STATE leaders to use their own financial aid programs to expand postsecondary access and success. Because they can move more quickly and nimbly than the federal government, state leaders are uniquely positioned to develop financial aid programs that are specifically suited to their populations and workforce goals. Education Strategy Group has just published a new set of resources about how state financial aid can be a powerful lever for positive change, and my latest column in Forbes highlights some of the innovative states who are leading the way. https://lnkd.in/euDtQ8NC