Brenda Brooks dropped out of college 40 years ago. Federal rules mean she can’t afford to go back.
Back at Chicago State University at age 60, she found out her decades-old GPA disqualifies her from receiving federal loans or grants.
Back at Chicago State University at age 60, she found out her decades-old GPA disqualifies her from receiving federal loans or grants.
A new study says a bill currently under consideration in Springfield would cost $1 billion and reduce child poverty by 7.6%.
The demand raises questions about university endowments and how they fit into their educational missions.
Advocates say merit scholarships mainly benefit white, wealthy students and make it harder for low-income students to afford college.