Does subsidizing higher education lower its value?
In my exploration of whether subsidizing higher education lowers its value, I found that the answer isn't black and white. While some argue that subsidies can lead to an oversaturated market of degree-holders, thereby lowering the value of a degree, others assert it increases accessibility to education, which is fundamentally beneficial for society. It seems the impact on value depends largely on how we measure it - in terms of individual economic gain or societal advancement. The discussion is complex and reflects broader questions about the purpose of education and the role of government in funding it.
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