In a recent Gallup Poll of Americans’ views on the availability of higher education, 60+% of U.S. adults (aged 30-65+) say education beyond high school is available to anyone in the country who needs it. The percentage is consistent with the last time the poll was offered in 2015. In comparison, only 46% of young adults (aged 18-29) say education beyond high school is available to those who need it. There is no clear explanation for the significant difference in percentage between age and differing views. Many changes have been made to the types of programming available to Americans since the poll was last done. There has been an increase in online degree-granting programs and the expansion of degree alternatives to improve access to education for those interested in gaining skills in their current field or reskilling for another field. Despite these advances, public opinion about availability and affordability appears stagnant. The full article can be accessed on the Gallup website.
