VOA慢速英语:高学费引发投资回报问题

the course of – n. used to describe what happens during a period of time or when something is being done

afford – v. to be able to pay for (something

tuition – n. money that is paid to a school for the right to study there

institution(s) – n. an established organization

subtract(ed) – v. to take a number or amount from another number or amount

reputation – n. the common opinion that people have about someone or something selective – adj. careful to choose only the best people or things

graduate(s) – n. a person who has earned a degree or diploma from a school, college, or university

vast – adj. very great in size, amount, or extent