Dropouts, Diplomas, and Dollars: U.S. High Schools and the Nation’s Economy

Source: Alliance for Excellent Education

A close look at the economic effects of the dropout crisis, both to the individual and to the national economy as a whole. This report includes startling statistics and analysis showing that improvement to America’s educational system and a reduction in high school dropouts is vital for continued success in the world market. The study finds that dropouts and students requiring remedial education in college cost the nation billions of dollars a year, not to mention reduced income potential for the individual.

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Dropouts, Diplomas, and Dollars: U.S. High Schools and the Nation’s Economy
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Awareness Campaign/Tool, College Readiness, Dropout Prevention, Education Reform, High School, Research and Evaluation
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Effective Education