How new for-profit universities are transforming the way we think about college in America

College, Inc. FRONTLINE

Premiered May 04, 2010
College, Inc.

The business of higher education is booming. It's a $400 billion industry fueled by taxpayer money. But what are students getting out of the deal? Critics say a worthless degree and a mountain of debt. Investors insist they're innovators, widening access to education.

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