Research Intro

The recession that the world has experienced over the last few years has affected everyone, but one of the areas hit the hardest in the United States is the higher education system.  The economy’s fall has decreased the amount of money available to everyone, so institutions have a hard time finding funding for their educational programs.  Students have seen colleges struggle to manage their finances, and it has become difficult for students to pay for a quality education.  This is important because these students are the future business and government leaders, and without the proper education, no one will be able to fill leadership roles.  All of these problems are linked to the recent economic downfall.  The recession has negatively affected many aspects of the higher education system, including funding provided by the government, the price of tuition, the availability of scholarships and grants for prospective students, and the value of a college degree.