This report is the second in a series of biennial, state-by-state 50-state report cards. As in the earlier report, state higher education systems are evaluated, compared, and graded in five categories of performance: preparation, participation, affordability, completion, and benefits. All states are given an "incomplete" in the sixth category,…

This state-by-state report card on higher education was created to assist the United States and each state in assessing and addressing the challenges higher education faces. The report focuses on key areas related to education and training through the baccalaureate degree. Data are from a variety of sources, including public opinion information…

This report examines recent national and Illinois trends in college tuition and fees, instructional costs and state support, indicators of economic conditions and families' ability to pay for colleges, and student financial aid. It also includes general affordability goals for Illinois higher education and recommendations on keeping college costs…

This report was designed to examine access to postsecondary education and baccalaureate degrees in Florida and make recommendations to increase access opportunities for qualified students. It reviews state education policies concerning enrollment limits at state universities, admission criteria at state universities, admission to community…