Chronicle of Higher Ed on Economy and Students
The Chronicle of Higher Education posted an article on how the economy is affecting student success. It has some interesting points, like decisions in regards to buying textbooks.
November 15, 2012
Economy Affects Students' Academic Performance as Well as Spending Decisions
Some forgo buying books, survey finds; many seniors, especially in minority groups, chose majors based on job prospects
By Libby Sander
Like many Americans caught up in the economic downturn, college students are worried about money. Now research indicates that financial worries may affect their academic performance.
This year's National Survey of Student Engagement, released on Thursday, reveals that more than a third of seniors and more than a quarter of freshmen did not purchase required academic materials because of the cost. Roughly equal shares, around 60 percent, said they worried about having enough money for day-to-day expenses. And 36 percent of freshmen and 32 percent of seniors reported that financial concerns had interfered with their academic performance.
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November 15, 2012
Economy Affects Students' Academic Performance as Well as Spending Decisions
Some forgo buying books, survey finds; many seniors, especially in minority groups, chose majors based on job prospects
By Libby Sander
Like many Americans caught up in the economic downturn, college students are worried about money. Now research indicates that financial worries may affect their academic performance.
This year's National Survey of Student Engagement, released on Thursday, reveals that more than a third of seniors and more than a quarter of freshmen did not purchase required academic materials because of the cost. Roughly equal shares, around 60 percent, said they worried about having enough money for day-to-day expenses. And 36 percent of freshmen and 32 percent of seniors reported that financial concerns had interfered with their academic performance.
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