Kentucky explores new college in postsecondary desert

State lawmakers believe a new four-year university would help increase degree attainment in rural areas. As colleges across the country face the ongoing toll of enrollment declines and increased budget challenges, many state education officials worry their local institutions could be the next to shutter.

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