U.S. Colleges Suffer 'Constrained' Tuition Revenue Growth

The video discusses the affordability of higher education, focusing on the slowest tuition revenue growth in a decade. Chris Collins from Moody's Investors Service explains the pressures on public and private universities, highlighting factors like affordability, demographics, and competition. The outlook for 2019 remains negative due to these challenges, with smaller colleges facing significant financial stress. Comprehensive universities with national reputations are expected to outperform smaller peers.

What is the primary source of revenue for both public and private universities?

• Government funding

• Tuition fees

• Donations

• Research grants

Which factor is NOT mentioned as affecting tuition revenue growth?

• Demographics

• Affordability

• Technological advancements

• Competition

What is the outlook for the higher education sector according to Moody's?

• Uncertain

• Negative

• Neutral

• Positive

Which type of institutions are facing the most significant financial stress?

• Large universities

• Community colleges

• Smaller colleges

• Online universities

What percentage of smaller colleges are facing significant financial stress?

• 40-50%

• 10-20%

• 20-30%

• 30-40%