Other colleges are growing, but this one is downsizing

SocratesPost is always on the frontlines scouring the news for relevant updates in the college admissions landscape. We look for anything that can help shape our understanding of the latest trends in admissions and help our readers see the direction in which we’re moving.

Questions we explored this week:

  • While most universities are trying to enroll more students, this top college is downsizing. Which one is it and why?
  • U.S. President Trump spoke at this East Coast university this week without being invited. Which university was it and was this even allowed?
  • This 20-year-old college student made money by helping rich but average kids fake their way into college. What did he do to embellish their profiles?

July 17, 2019 — George Washington University
This top university in Washington D.C. is planning on slashing student enrollment by 20% over 5 years with the goal of providing higher quality education ...

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