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Wednesday, October 22, 2008

State considers lifting enrollment cap, Gainesville Sun

By Nathan Crabbe
September 30, 2008


State universities won’t solve problems with access to higher education simply by admitting more students, according to a report released Tuesday by an advocacy group for minority students.

Higher education leaders are considering lifting a freeze on freshman enrollment at state universities. ENLACE Florida’s report instead promotes improving graduation rates and expanding options for four-year degrees at community colleges.

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