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MARCH 28, 2023

Adult learners and dual enrollment are driving growth at Illinois community colleges, according to a recent report. The two reports are a bright spot for community colleges, which have seen enrollment declines accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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JANUARY 10, 2023

Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka called for free community college in a speech to her chamber. Thirty-one states currently offer free community college with varying eligibility requirements, including several of Massachusetts' neighbors.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Last year, PepsiCo donated $400,000 to Bunker Hill Community College in Boston to expand Black and Hispanic student access to higher education. PepsiCo is helping to fight food insecurity at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) with a quarter-million-dollar donation to five HBCUs. Around 23% of U.S.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Maura Healey's MassReconnect proposal would cover expenses like textbooks and fees in addition to community college tuition. Massachusetts residents who are 25 years or older and who haven't earned a college credential will be eligible for the program. Massachusetts Gov. Massachusetts Democratic Gov. More than 1.8

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Blogs 5 areas for community college leaders to take stock in 2023 And resources to help sustain your post-pandemic momentum Now that community colleges have weathered the storm of the pandemic, it’s time to take a moment to recognize all you have accomplished, and then to begin to steer the transition from a “crisis” mindset to a sustainability one.

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AUGUST 3, 2023

Data Summary Check The college campus with the largest enrollment is Texas A&M University. [1] by total enrollment is Western Governors University, a fully online college. [2] Check Five of the country's top 50 largest colleges serve students exclusively online. Check Texas is home to 9 of the 50 largest colleges in the U.S.

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JULY 1, 2024

Over 76% of students who started college in fall 2022 returned to college the next year, and over 68% returned to the same college. Community colleges have seen the biggest retention rate gains over the last decade. Younger students are also staying in college more than older learners.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. When this funding ended, only a handful of secondary education programs in federal and state prisons remained.

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APRIL 14, 2023

Blogs The 4 stages of an integrated lifecycle approach for community college student success How EAB’s Navigate helps community colleges at every stage There is encouraging data showing that six-year completion rates have been rising across all community colleges, with a.9%

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MARCH 25, 2024

Since it launched its first university partnership in 2020, Green Flower courses have helped students start businesses and get jobs and promotions in the cannabis industry. The courses teach cannabis on a federal level so students can apply knowledge to any field in the industry without getting too far into the weeds of state legislation.

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DECEMBER 7, 2022

Awardees are chosen from among the colleges, universities, and individuals that use Navigate , EAB’s student success management system, or Starfish , the student success platform EAB acquired in 2021. Return on Education Award: South Puget Sound Community College. Collaborative Citizen Award: Ramapo College of New Jersey.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

students in 2020-2021. [1] students studying abroad decreased by 91% from 2019-2020 to 2020-2021. in 2020-2021. [3] 3] Check The top study abroad destinations for community college students were France and Honduras. in 2020-2021. [3] in 2020-2021. [3] Note Reference [1] Check The number of U.S.

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

An average of 36% of college students completed their four-year degree on time in 2020, an increase of 5 percentage points from five years prior. Black and Latino/a students ages 25 and older, enrolled part time, or attending community college consistently have lower-than-average completion rates.

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JULY 17, 2023

Many public colleges in California are just as renowned as the state's private universities. The University of California system , for example, includes some of the most prestigious public colleges in the country, like UCLA and UC Berkeley. Here, students can grow vegetables and herbs in campus community gardens.

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MARCH 14, 2024

California State University reported an enrollment decline of 6.5% More than three years since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down colleges and universities across the country, campuses have been trying to regain pre-pandemic enrollment numbers. For the California State University (CSU) system, the effort remains.

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DECEMBER 19, 2022

Public Service Announcement: Enrolling at Austin Community College (ACC) does not improve your UT transfer chances. Navigating the college admissions process, especially as a transfer, can sometimes feel like crawling around in the dark. Caving in Waitomo, New Zealand. It isn’t something one can request.

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MAY 29, 2024

Community Colleges Lead Enrollment Growth More than half of the enrollment growth (55.7%) occurred among community colleges, which gained over 200,000 students since spring 2023, an increase of 4.7%. In 2010, community colleges enrolled about 11 million students. in spring 2024. This follows a 1.2%

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APRIL 28, 2023

More than 40 million students had some college but no credential as of July 2021, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Students largely came from community colleges and tended to return to the same community college they last attended when heading back to school.

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MAY 20, 2024

Gavin Newsom released his revised state budget proposal for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The state is struggling with a $27 billion deficit, which is projected to reach $28 billion next year. In 2020 , the program received $117 million in state funds, helping more than 55,000 students. California Gov. California Gov.

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JULY 3, 2024

Jade Carey: Artistic Gymnastics, Oregon State University Jade Carey, a fourth-year student at Oregon State University , will be returning to the Olympics this year. Approximately 57 current student-athletes qualified to participate in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Olympic Games will be held from July 26-Aug.

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MAY 30, 2023

Since 2020, enrollment at community colleges has declined 5.4 Most of the enrollment that has been recovered at community colleges is through an uptick in dual enrollment. Most of the enrollment that has been recovered at community colleges is through an uptick in dual enrollment.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The initiative began in 2022 to create a coalition of colleges and universities focused on addressing hunger and students' basic needs. Several colleges and universities are expanding food pantries, helping students apply for government benefits, and caring for historically underserved populations.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

Gavin Newsom unveiled his proposed state budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The plan would defer 5% funding increases for the University of California and California State University systems. Gavin Newsom is proposing cuts to specific higher education programs and revenue deferments for the state's university systems.

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JULY 17, 2023

You've decided to become a licensed practical nurse (LPN) — a career that's projected to grow 16% in Mississippi between 2020 and 2030, according to Projections Central. Learn more about the top LPN programs in Mississippi, how to become an LPN in the state, and the salary and job outlook for this career.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

Public colleges in California charge an average annual tuition of $8,401. Living the dream in California can come at a cost, but you can still get an affordable education in the Golden State. The state boasts more than 300 four-year public and private colleges. California State University, Dominguez Hills Avg.

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APRIL 26, 2023

In less than 50 days, California’s CalFresh food program , also known as the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, will change its eligibility requirements for college students. Data from the California Policy Lab for the 2019-2020 academic year showed that 10.2% of students enrolled in the program.

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JULY 25, 2023

As a student in Florida, you can choose from more than 250 two-year and four-year colleges throughout the state. Our guide to the cheapest colleges in Florida offers an overview of affordable education in the Sunshine State. UF consistently ranks among the best public colleges in the country.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Data Summary Check Florida has the fourth-highest college student enrollment of any state. Check The University of Central Florida is the biggest college in Florida, with over 68,000 students. Check Seven Florida colleges enrolled over 40,000 students in 2022.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Although one of the smallest states by land area, Massachusetts contains some of the most popular and historic cities in the country, like Boston, Cambridge, and Springfield. A strong network of postsecondary academic institutions helps shape the Bay State's attractive business landscape. F Annual Precipitation: 47.7

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AUGUST 1, 2023

The coastal state may also appeal to you if you enjoy sunshine, surfing, and wildlife. From Walt Disney World to Daytona Beach to Everglades National Park, there's plenty to keep college students busy in Florida. Florida State University Avg. Image credit: Mireya Acierto / Photodisc / Getty Images 1. University of Florida Avg.

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JULY 18, 2023

Bipartisan legislation seeks to involve a more diverse community of students in study abroad programs. colleges and universities said they anticipate increased or stable study abroad participation for the 2023-24 academic year compared to the prior year. The vast majority (96%) of U.S.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

BIGGEST COLLEGE-RELATED NEWS OF THE WEEK DARTMOUTH COLLEGE REINSTATES SAT/ACT REQUIREMENT On Monday morning, Dartmouth College announced that they will require applicants to submit standardized test scores in the upcoming undergraduate admissions cycle. Following the U.S.

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MARCH 17, 2023

However, many of these resources may not be comfortable, appropriate, or convenient for college students If you are struggling with food insecurity, reach out to an administrator to explore food-based resources available to you. Even though food is a basic need, many college students struggle with food insecurity.

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JULY 25, 2023

College isn't cheap. In California, college students spend around $8,400 per year in tuition at public universities, according to 2020-2021 data from the National Center for Education Statistics. Private colleges cost even more, averaging a whopping $38,500 in tuition and fees. GPA and evidence of community service.

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OCTOBER 9, 2023

The report recommends systemic changes are needed to reduce barriers that students face to be successful in college. A new report from The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University examines how college experiences during the pandemic varied by students' race and ethnicity.

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JANUARY 10, 2023

Census Bureau in 2020. 2021 Median Annual Salary : $179,520 Job Growth (2021-2031) : 6% Top-Paying States : Washington D.C., The BLS states that most positions require a master's degree in business administration or a master's in human resources. An "as fast as average" job growth rate is about 4-7% more jobs added.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2022

What should high school students do in the summer to stand out to college admissions committees? Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Pros and cons of attending a pre-college summer program Part 3: List of the top summer programs for high school students. -. You can also learn more about our 1-on-1 college admissions support here. -.

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