Prospects for Faculty in the Arts and Sciences: A Study of Factors Affecting Demand and Supply, 1987 to 2012

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Prospects for Faculty in the Arts and Sciences: A Study of Factors Affecting Demand and Supply, 1987 to 2012
Authors and Contributors      By (author) William G. Bowen
By (author) Julie Ann Sosa
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:242
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
ISBN/Barcode 9780691604312
ClassificationsDewey:331.12313781
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 14 July 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

This thought-provoking study of academic job markets over the next quarter century uses rigorous analysis to project substantial excess demand for faculty starting in the 1997-2002 period. Particularly severe imbalances are projected in the humanities and social sciences. Contrary to popular impressions, however, these projected shortages are not c