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December 2, 2025
In the News: Jessika Smith featured on the college premium in NASFAA
How higher education shapes opportunity, inequality, and the long-standing debate over the “college premium”
Review of a new book exploring whether a college degree delivers the return students expect
NASFAA featured Jessika Smith for her perspective on the forces influencing college outcomes, the role of economic and social factors in shaping the value of a degree, and how the national conversation about higher education continues to evolve.
About the Author
Jessika Smith is a Principal Consultant at Attain Partners serving financial aid offices. She holds a Master’s degree from Northeastern University in Higher Education Administration. With over a decade of experience, she excels in providing exceptional service to students and administrative guidance to schools.
Financial Aid Management and Student Services
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