The education gender gap in America has shifted dramatically in the past few years, with 60% of new graduates being women and 40% being men. However, the topic of affirmative action to address this issue remains controversial and difficult to discuss.
While women have been outpacing men in college enrollment and graduation rates, it is important to maintain a balance and give both genders equal opportunities. The pandemic has widened the gap, with male college enrollment declining seven times more than that of females in 2020.