This does not strike me as higher math.  If the student tuition fees covered the real cost of offering the courses, then the Universities would, of course, not need government money.   The course Mr Bowers offered did not go away, it simply went online, thus lowering the University's cost.  Innovative schools like Arizona State have expanded online offers and lowered costs.  I am a strong believer in education, but educators must become more than class room teachers.  Educators that can adapt to the new delivery methods will always be in demand.