The paper estimates redistributional effects of New York's programs to improve equity in postsecondary education finance in its state university system, and also provides preliminary estimates of public-private enrollment effects. The programs appear to be giving disproportionate benefits to private institutions. (MF)

This report describes the status of State and federal financial assistance available to students enrolled in postsecondary institutions located in New York State during the two academic years, 1987-88 and 1988-89. The introduction contains a brief overview of State and federal student assistance programs and highlights recent developments in those…

This report presents statistics and other information concerning trends in, and the current (1991) status of, various student financial aid programs in New York State. Among the report's findings are the following: (1) New York State spent more on student aid in 1990-91 than 1989-90 out of a smaller State higher education budget; (2) despite the…

District 1199, National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees, established a training and upgrading fund. Through tuition assistance, paid educational leaves, and direct negotiation with educational providers, the union ensures its members, mostly women and minorities, an opportunity for educational and social advancement. (MLW)