In recent years, the student debt crisis has become a pressing issue for many Americans. This crisis is intricately tied to the broader neoliberal agenda that has shaped U.S. higher education. The collection titled The Neoliberal Agenda and the Student Debt Crisis in U.S. Higher Education delves deep into this critical topic, providing a platform for voices impacted by student debt.

This book critiques the neoliberal, interest-driven, and debt-based system that currently governs higher education in the United States. Through a series of auto-ethnographic experiences, it offers unique insights into the everyday realities faced by students living with debt. The authors reflect on the historical and political economic context that has led to these circumstances and suggest feasible alternatives to the prevailing neoliberal capitalism and corporatized university model.

The book poses critical questions that challenge the status quo, such as: Do collegians overestimate the economic value of going to college? It also explores the operation of the monetary system entwined with student loans, dissecting the implications of these financial structures on students’ experiences in universities.

Addressing the complexities of the political economy, this collection serves as an authoritative contribution to the fields of educational foundations, higher education policy, and finance. Each chapter is thoughtfully crafted to illuminate the intersections of debt, education, and economic theory, making it an essential read for those seeking to understand the current landscape of higher education.

Through a combination of personal narratives and scholarly analysis, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of how systemic changes in the political economy affect students today. By offering alternatives to the existing system, the book not only critiques the current state of affairs but also inspires a rethinking of the foundations of higher education.

In conclusion, The Neoliberal Agenda and the Student Debt Crisis in U.S. Higher Education is more than just a critique; it is a rallying call for change. It urges readers to consider the voices of those affected by the student debt crisis and to think critically about the future of higher education in a neoliberal world.