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The college industry is becoming K-shaped as acceptance rates plummet. What’s happening to admissions?

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10.04.2026

The college industry is becoming K-shaped as acceptance rates plummet. What’s happening to admissions?

Prestigious universities are seeing higher demand than ever, while smaller schools are closing their doors. So, what’s driving the split?

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It’s a low time for higher education, depending on where you look.

In recent years, dozens of colleges and universities have closed their doors, and dozens more have merged in an attempt to survive. There are many factors that are leading to........

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