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FRONTLINE  College Inc.

How new for-profit universities are transforming the way we think about college in America Details

 
 

Program: FRONTLINE

Episode: College Inc.

The business of higher education is booming. It's a $400 billion industry fueled by taxpayer money. But what are students getting out of the deal? Critics say a worthless degree and a mountain of debt. Investors insist they're innovators, widening access to education.

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Duration: (55:04)
Premiere Date: 05/04/2010
Episode Expires: Fri 19 Oct 2012
TV Rating: NR


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