The cost of an education in the States is absurd. Though that said, the bursary system and scholarships is WAY beyond us here in Canada.

Even our "best" schools (I'll use that lightly!) are around $6000 for tuition.

Here it's the cost of living that is prohibitive, and I'd love to see the institutions get creative about that (co-op grocery stores on campus would be a start.)

Lots to think about on this topic. But I am glad to hear this step has been taken--it's a start.

Bursaries for young students who can demonstrate that they've had to hold down employment through highschool to support family (and their GPAs have suffered as a result) would be something I'd fight for!

I hate to think there are positives from these last few years BUT a lot of people are realizing a four year degree is often time wasted, and one can simply go into the workforce, learn on the job, connect with mentors old-style, and bypass the institutionalization and debt...