No; but introduce a merit-based rewards system where eligible students are to meet a few terms and conditions, then qualify for a reduction:
-no fighting, rioting, assaulting, aggressive protesting on campus
-no behaviour that brings the School into bad light
-limited absences from classes/lectures
-3.0 or higher GPA
-general degrees should not qualify
Get the smart youth who are driven to be their best by maximizing the opportunity into these universities, and let those who want to party or protest or find themselves or explore some random program that will never lead to a job pay for it.
It's interesting you propose a merit-based system, which would indeed reward high-achieving students. However, do you think this might inadvertently deepen the education gap? For instance, students from underprivileged backgrounds who might not have access to resources that nurture academic excellence could be left out. Moreover, general degrees can lead to critical thinking skills, which are valuable in many professions. Perhaps there could be a balance between merit-based rewards and need-based assistance? What are your thoughts on this?
