Jane Nam

Contributing Writer

Contributors/Jane Nam

Education

MA Social and Political Philosophy, University of Oregon
BA Philosophy and Spanish, Emory University

Jane Nam is a staff writer for BestColleges' Data Center. Before her work on higher education data trends, Jane was a news writer and the managing editor for an academic journal. She has graduate degrees in social and political philosophy and women's, gender, and sexuality studies, as well as certifications in data collection and analysis.

Jane holds a master's in social and political philosophy from the University of Oregon and a bachelor's degree in philosophy and Spanish from Emory University.

Read Jane's Latest Articles

Average Law School Debt: 9 Statistics Students Should Know

Two-thirds of graduates report high financial stress, but over 60% would still choose law school again. Learn about how debt affects law students' life decisions.

June 5, 2023

Most College Students Would Feel Angry If SCOTUS Blocks Student Loan Forgiveness

A new BestColleges survey reveals the majority (56%) of students would feel angry or disappointed if the Supreme Court were to block Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

May 26, 2023

Prison Education Programs: Facts and Statistics

Every dollar spent on correctional education saves taxpayers five dollars on reincarceration costs. Discover statistics about prison education program costs and effectiveness.

July 11, 2023

How Much Does Grad School Cost?

The average cost of grad school comes out to roughly $42,270 per year. Discover average graduate debt amounts, and learn about earning potential in this report.

February 6, 2024

AANHPI in Higher Education: Facts and Statistics

Find statistics about Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) college students and faculty, including college enrollment and educational attainment rates.

May 3, 2023

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