<p>Why not bypass colleges altogether and spend the tax money on public schools? Or maybe just cut a check to each individual at birth? That would be more equitable, but our productivity might suffer. </p>
<p>In addition to research, maybe acreage held explains some of the disparity (translates to property tax exemption). If you’ve driven through New Jersey, and stopped, you appreciate the open spaces Princeton provides. I haven’t been to the CONJ, so don’t know what their campus is like.</p>