An econometric model is used to explain differences in the percentage of Blacks enrolled at the leading public university in each state. Actual Black enrollment percentages are compared with expected enrollment percentages. (Author/MLW)

This document was produced by the authors based on their research for the report, "Unmet Student Demand for Tertiary Education," [ED495128] and is an added resource for further information. Seven appendixes comprise this document: (1) Theoretical Model (The Apply (Selection) Model; The Fail (Substantive) Model; and Correcting for…

This document provides numerical data on the rates of population participation in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) by city and county. Population estimates are based on March 2000 U.S. Census Bureau estimates. Highlights include: (1) the within-region rate for the VCCS is 1.7%, which exceeds the previous year's level and is most…

This report summarizes spring 1996 student enrollment in credit classes at Pima Community College (PCC) (AZ). The number of students (head count) and full-time student equivalents (FTSE) are categorized by campus and day/extended day status. Comparisons with head count and FTSE data from the previous four spring semesters are displayed in tables…

An analysis of North Central Association school development including demographic settings, enrollment trends and graduates produced, salary dispersal, and curriculum features. (RK)

A cost-benefit analysis of the contribution made towards the education of foreign students at Albertan Universities and of their contribution to the economy is attempted. (Author)

Discusses the objectives of the Council of Adult Education, especially the need to work with a national organization. (SP)

Author discusses how far the recent panic about university applications was justified. (Editor)

The author sees higher education as a battleground between prevailing meritocracy and forces of egalitarianism in "what is at best a competition and at worst a conflict. Focuses on the "growing contradiction of the guiding principles behind educational endeavor, weights the charges of the adversaries, and suggests the possible outcome. (Author)

The author presents a rather radical but extremely well thought-out thesis on the social structure of society and the higher educational needs and trends of the future. (AN)

Historians are responsible for the decline of interest in historical studies. They have emphasized the trivial, written for special interest groups, failied to incorporate an analytical dimension, and have not struck a balance between elements of change and continuity. A Canadian history course which responded to these points is discussed. (RM)

Examination of cross-sectional data from 126 relatively homogeneous community colleges for the 1969-70 academic year showed tuition, income of those purchasing the education, proximity of four-year schools, and age of the community college influencing enrollment significantly. Marginally lowered tuition rates could increase community college…