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Impact of Public College Enrollment on Private College Rates

This research examines the relationship between public and private college enrollment rates and the effect of public college tuition rates on enrollment. The analysis utilizes econometric models and regression to understand the dynamics between these variables and their policy implications. The study suggests potential policy recommendations to address tuition increases and enhance value in public higher education.

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Impact of Public College Enrollment on Private College Rates

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  1. The Relationship Between Public and Private College Enrollment Rates Peter Haldis PUAF 611

  2. Research Question • Primary question: What is the effect of public college enrollment rates onprivate college enrollment rates? • Secondary question: What is the effect of tuition rates at public colleges on public college enrollment?

  3. Relationship to Midterm Project • Analysis used in midterm project studied the wage premium for college graduates, compared those who only have a high school diploma. • The data sets for the analysis included data on public and private college enrollment rates, average public college tuition and state appropriations per college-aged student.

  4. Econometric Analysis • Fixed Effects model • Enables the accounting of time effects on the variables • OLS regression shows positive relationship between tuition and enrollment because these effects aren’t accounted for.

  5. Regressions without other variables

  6. Regressions with college-aged persons

  7. Regressions with state appros.

  8. Policy Implications • There is significant overlap among private and public college students. • Value seems to be an important factor for public colleges and universities. • Tuition increases drive some students out of the college population.

  9. Policy Recommendations • Do not increase tuition at public institutions. • Try to find ways to decrease tuition from its current level.

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