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For-Profit Universities

For-Profit Universities

The Shifting Landscape of Marketized Higher Education
Business & EconomicsEducation
Pages
224
Published
2017
Language
English

Synopsis

This book critically examines the rise and impact of for-profit universities within the American higher education system. It explores how these institutions operate, their financial models, and the broader implications for students, particularly those from marginalized communities. The authors analyze the intersection of education, social class, and economic policy, revealing the systemic issues at play.

Prose complexity
10/10

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InformativeThought-ProvokingIntellectualComplex

Genres

Business & Economics Education Politics & Society Sociology

Authors

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Tressie McMillan Cottom

Tressie McMillan Cottom is a sharp sociologist and writer known for her insightful commentary on race, class, and education. Her essential collection, Thick and Other Essays, offers a critical look at contemporary American life. She has also authored significant works such as Digital Sociologies and Lower Ed.

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William A. Darity Jr.

William A. Darity Jr. is an economist whose work often addresses social and economic inequality. His book, For-Profit Universities, provides a critical examination of these institutions and their impact on higher education.