Florida Governor Proposes $52.4-Million Plan to Increase Black Enrollment

In an effort to reverse a dip in black enrollment at Florida universities, Gov. Jeb Bush has announced a $52.4-million program that includes tutoring for minority high-school students and scholarships for those who are first in their family to go to college.

Mr. Bush's Access and Diversity Initiative, unveiled this month, would raise state spending on need-based student aid by 36 percent, to $134.7-million, the largest single increase in the program's history. The governor, a

Digital or Print Subscription

Already have an account? Log In Now.