How Texas universities' attendance rates are influenced by family money

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How Texas universities' attendance rates are influenced by family income

Wealth has a large impact on attendance rates at highly selective Texas private schools, and on application rates for out-of-state students at public universities, data shows. Here's a look at how the numbers shape up.

 

 

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Can you guess the RodeoHouston 2024 lineup? It could win you an all-inclusive suite.

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