'Colleges Are About to See a Big Decline in Applicants,' Says Jeff Selingo

It depends upon the segment.

T100 schools will likely see a leveling out or even an increase in applications.

Lower ranked schools may see a decrease in applicants and school closures may increase for the most marginal schools in terms of popularity or economics.

And I use the “rankings” precisely because most kids, sadly, 100% believe what USNWR and others are selling.