An overview of US higher education

HEPI Number:
175
Author:
Nicholas W Hillman
Published:
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In this HEPI report, Professor Nicholas W. Hillman of the University of Wisconsin-Madison presents an introduction to the US higher education system, providing an overview of its size, scope and governance model.

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