College & University Funding
I have an undergraduate degree from a state university. I also have a graduate degree from a state university. When it comes to college, the majority of my high school graduating class went on to some form of post-secondary education. This education comes in many forms, including but not limited to private "4-year" colleges, state universities, "two-year" tech/trade schools, and specialty schools. There are other paths, such as military academies, straight into the work force, and others that themselves are points of education. Ultimately, learning is a life-long process not limited to attending a "college". The problem in a broad sense, is the financial situation colleges, universities, students, etc. face when footing the bill. The military academies in the US are funding through tax payer's dollars, and the students repay for the education in the form of years of military service. Private and public schools alike are funded from a variety of sources...