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NASA Awards $14M to Minority-Serving Community Colleges and Universities

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NASA awarded 14 minority-serving institutions (MSIs) with STEM-related and Artemis-mission-related funding. Prince George's Community College in Maryland will establish STEM majors through the grant. Prince George's Community College in Maryland is establishing STEM majors through the award.

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College Admissions Glossary of Terms

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College: An institution of higher learning offering a course of studies leading to a bachelor's degree. Colleges typically do not have graduate students. Community College : A public institution of higher learning that leads to a 2-year associates of arts or science degree.

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Biden Budget Proposes Pell Grant Increase, More Money for HBCUs

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President Joe Biden's proposal calls on Congress to increase the maximum Pell Grant award by $750. That Pell Grant increase would not apply to students attending for-profit institutions. Biden's proposal includes two years of tuition-free learning for some students at minority-serving institutions.

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HBCU Lincoln University Gets $2.9 Million Grant for Internet and Technology Accessibility

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Lincoln University will use the National Telecommunications and Information Administration grant for Chromebooks, mobile Wi-Fi hotspots, and classroom upgrades for distance learning. The Lincoln University grant project spans two years. The Connecting Minority Communities pilot program has awarded nearly $52 million to 19 schools.

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These Colleges Were Just Awarded Grants to Boost Student Success Rates

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The list includes a variety of state schools, private institutions, and community colleges. The Department of Education (ED) revealed a list of 38 colleges and universities set to receive funds from grant programs to improve outcomes for underrepresented students. ED made 15 awards worth over $8.5

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Higher Ed Experts Foresee Enrollment Decline Due to Botched FAFSA Rollout

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Experts predict a significant decline in college enrollments due to issues with the recent FAFSA rollout. Low-income students and those from minority backgrounds will likely be the most affected. The delay and complications with FAFSA submissions could lead to students forgoing college altogether. Low-minority school 38.6% -23.1%

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Vermont Expands In-State Tuition to Undocumented, Noncitizen Students

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The law will apply to the University of Vermont and the Vermont State Colleges system, which includes the state's public community colleges. Lastly, the law makes minor changes to who is eligible for two Vermont grant programs. The state's advancement and incentive grants will widen to include some noncitizens.