[fwdude]

I don't buy it, at least not the reasons. It's a function of demand, and since many more people today are "socially promoted" into college who don't belong there (I've seen it first hand), the price is going to rise.

When only the truly qualified were admitted, the prices had a control.

[Responsibility2nd]

Okay, but how are those who are “socially promoted” into college paying for it?

With your money and mine, of course. Which is why prices have risen.

If we taxpayers quit wasting our dollars on this crap, two things will happen.

1. College expenses will plummet downward.
2. College standards, grades, and performances will skyrocket upward.

[cymbeline]

“since many more people today are “socially promoted” into college who don’t belong there (I’ve seen it first hand), the price is going to rise. “

But if the “socially promoted” kids have less money then colleges can either set an affordable price or not admit them.