Neal P. Mccluskey

About the Author

Neal P. McCluskey is a prominent education policy analyst and author dedicated to dissecting the structural flaws in American higher education. With a career spanning research at influential think tanks, he brings a sharp, evidence-based perspective to the challenges facing the nation's universities, from skyrocketing costs to declining educational quality. In his seminal work, Unprofitable Schooling: Examining the Causes of, and Fixes for, America's Broken Ivory Tower, McCluskey exposes the inefficiencies of the current system and proposes bold reforms to restore affordability and excellence. His writing empowers policymakers, educators, and the public to rethink the ivory tower's role in society, advocating for market-driven solutions that prioritize student outcomes over institutional bloat. McCluskey's insights continue to shape national debates on education reform.