Public Confidence in Higher Education in the U.S.

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Only 36 percent of Americans are confident about the value of a college education, with confidence declining from 57 percent in 2015. Many believe higher education in the U.S. is headed in the wrong direction.

Key Points

  • 36 percent of adults have confidence in higher education.
  • Cost of college and lack of necessary skills are major concerns.
  • Republican respondents saw a significant decline in confidence.
  • Many believe colleges are too politically biased and liberal.

Pros

  • Some Americans still have confidence in higher education.
  • Survey results provide insights into reasons for declining confidence.

Cons

  • Significant drop in confidence levels over the years.
  • Concerns about political bias and indoctrination in colleges.