<p>The extraordinary rise in college prices have put state governments in a tough spot. Over the last 35 years or so, college costs have gone up roughly 250% after accounting for inflation. Even with a continual state commitment to higher education, the bubble pricing simply isn’t sustainable. At some point, the states need to draw a line and insist on some level of fiscal responsibility from the education system.</p>
<p>Our universities need to go on a diet.</p>