Episode description

In this season 7 wrap-up episode of Future U., Jeff and Michael go to a rapid-fire format and break down six topics in higher education: recent enrollment trends, the state of online education and OPMs, the ongoing FAFSA issues, campus protests related to the Israel-Hamas conflict, the increasing focus on value in higher education, and recent developments in compensating college athletes. This episode is made possible with support from Ascendium Education Group and the Gates Foundation.

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The Great Misalignment

(00:00) Enrollment Challenges and the Future of Higher Education
(07:06) The Growth of Online Education and Challenges in the OPM Market
(09:23) The Long-Term Impact of FAFSA on Enrollment and Financial Aid
(10:48) Campus Protests: A Continuing Issue in Higher Education
(13:07) Blending High School and College: Creating Value in Education
(16:02) The NCAA Settlement and the Future of College Athletics