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Why Stagflation Is Reshaping College Enrollment Decisions
Episode 14 of Stagflation Conversations with Fexingo. Lucas and Luna examine how high inflation combined with sluggish wage growth is forcing a structural shift in higher education. With real GDP growth at just 2% annualized and consumer sentiment at a record low, families are reassessing the ROI of a four-year degree. The hosts break down new data showing a 6% drop in freshman applications at private universities, a surge in community college enrollment, and the rise of income-share agreements as an alternative to traditional loans. They also explore how employers are responding by relaxing…
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