The number of homeless students in the United States has exceeded 50 thousand

According to the latest research data, 56,000 homeless college and university students have been registered in the United States. The real numbers are even higher, since the study does not include those who cannot provide evidence in the form of a certificate from a shelter, or live under the couchsurfing program. The reasons for this situation lie in the unaffordable living fees for some students and the general dire financial situation. It is noted that many young people continue their studies at colleges and universities, no matter what, as they see training as a "social lift" that will help them rise and build a career.

However, not all low-income students apply for financial aid. Often they simply do not know about its existence. According to the homeless themselves, it is necessary to provide more information on possible support for students in difficult situations.

The US government is taking some measures to resolve the situation: in November of this year, a bill was passed to increase financial resources and simplify the process of obtaining them for those in need. There are also special organizations whose goal is to provide equal access to education for children and young people from shelters and low-income families.

This problem is to a certain extent important and relevant, since, according to the data, even some university students of the Ivy League face a lack of funds for accommodation and food.

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