Community colleges struggle with enrollment explosion
Source: indenvertimes.c Posted By: Len W...5273 days ago
The record-breaking enrollment surge at Colorado’s public community colleges and four-year schools could be too much of a good thing, college leaders fear.
While big student numbers translate into additional tuition revenue, state funding has fallen short and many of the colleges are struggling to find the space and instructors necessary to provide high-quality education for the many new faces on campus. Unprecedented growth in online coursework helps somewhat, but it takes time and resources....