Making the Case

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Fact 2 - Education For All Age Groups
Older, non-traditional students make up a higher proportion of the enrollments at independent colleges and universities. For example, adults aged 25 and over account for 38 percent of student enrollments at private, four-year colleges and universities, compared to 30 percent at public, four-year institutions.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (2009). Enrollment in Postsecondary Institutions, Fall 2007; Graduation Rates, 2001 & 2004 Cohorts; and Financial Statistics, Fiscal Year 2007: First Look.