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Wisconsin ‘covenant’ opens access to college
May 1, 2007 /
Wisconsin is rolling out the nation’s most expansive guarantee of higher education to students in hopes of raising aspirations and improving preparedness.
The state’s 75,000 eighth-graders can sign the Wisconsin Covenant starting May 10. They promise to earn a B average, take courses to prepare for college and be good citizens.
In exchange, the state will guarantee a spot in one of its universities or technical colleges and a combination of work study, loans and scholarships to help low-income students pay their way.
Full Story: http://www.usatoday.com/news/education/2007-04-30-wisconsin-covenant_N.htm
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