An Honor Roll Not A Watch List For Colleges
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An Honor Roll, Not a Watch List, for Colleges
Overview
Members of the House Education Committee have proposed a misguided idea: creating a "watch list" of schools that increase tuition faster than inflation. While intended to manage college costs, this approach ignores similar issues in sectors like healthcare, where costs rise even more unchecked.
Commentary
The proposal lacks the ability to regulate college business practices and will likely only serve to embarrass university leaders, possibly deterring prospective applicants. Such a list could unfairly impact schools capable of offering substantial financial aid.
Instead, state governments are better positioned to oversee tuition hikes, as they have more direct influence and accountability to their constituents. Additionally, many private institutions are already transparent about their tuition rates, reducing the need for federal oversight.
Proposed Alternative
Instead of a watch list, Congress should recognize colleges that excel in retaining and graduating students by creating an "honor roll." This would highlight institutions that effectively support student success, with about 260 colleges already demonstrating exemplary performance by retaining 85% of their freshman class and graduating 65% within six years.
Such an honor roll could promote the sharing of effective strategies among colleges, fostering an environment of growth and improvement. Recognizing successful schools would also motivate college staff and attract positive attention from employers.
Benefits
A public honor roll could enhance a school's prestige and aid graduates in their job searches. Corporations investing in intercollegiate athletics might also support this initiative, reducing the need for federal funding over time.
Potential Challenges
While there is a risk that schools might manipulate graduation rates to secure a spot on the honor roll, maintaining rigorous standards and transparency can mitigate this issue. An honor roll that emphasizes genuine achievement would encourage schools to prioritize student success rather than mere financial metrics.
In summary, rather than penalizing colleges with a watch list, Congress should celebrate and learn from the institutions that excel in nurturing student achievement. This shift in focus could foster a more effective and supportive higher education system.
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