Demographics and the Demand for Higher Education

There are so many polemics about the topic of declining enrollments, it's refreshing to see something that uses evidence to help decision makers do their jobs. It isn't always the easiest read if you're not a statistician, but it does explain how and why the demographics are so challenging in many parts of the country. If the numbers are going to create a "new normal" for enrollment, admissions and financial leaders at many colleges, better to be aware of it now that after it's too late to respond.

Nathan Grawe has confronted us with the fundamental demographics and statistics that will define the future of higher education and in many ways the future of our nation. For anyone interested in our colleges and in the opportunities for the future of our students, this book is a must read. It is scholarly. It is well written. And it is scary.

If you work in higher ed, you should read this book. I finished it in a day and quickly recommended it to the other administrators at my university. It provides a more nuanced look at the enrollment trends headed our way and will facilitate good discussion for how to best position yourself for these changes.

This publication is a must read for anyone affiliated with a university program. Looking ahead ten years will give any faculty an edge for planning for the student body of the future.

Great book, gives a realistic picture to frame strategy

Book was rather dull and many of the graphs were difficult to understand

Very important and timely.

Pretty good. Information Useful.