BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

More than 360 colleges and universities committed to transparency standards for financial aid offers. A government watchdog warned last year that only 9% of institutions it examined had accurately told students an estimated net price of attendance in their financial aid offers.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 20, 2022

85% of full-time, first-year undergraduate students in 2019-2020 were awarded some type of financial aid. [1]. The majority of students awarded financial aid received federal grants. Black undergraduate students, women, and dependent students were most likely to receive financial aid. [5]. Data Summary.

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BestColleges

MAY 9, 2024

The MassEducate program, if approved, would give all Massachusetts residents free tuition and fees at state community colleges. The program builds on the tuition-free MassGrant Plus program, which offers qualifying students reduced-price or free tuition. Thanks to the state's Tuition Equity Law, non-U.S. If the $75.5

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BestColleges

JANUARY 16, 2024

California rolled out an updated California Dream Act Application in 2024, simplifying the process undocumented students must undergo to qualify for state financial aid. The application will now include the legal affidavit required to prove they qualify for exemption from nonresident tuition.

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Ruffaloni

MARCH 15, 2023

We visited one campus that sent their cost of attendance in one letter and then followed up a few weeks later with their aid letter, which assumed that the family could reference the first letter to develop a final out-of-pocket cost. Families with incomes just above Pell eligibility reported more dissatisfaction with their level of aid.

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BestColleges

MAY 10, 2023

Throughout history, colleges and universities have been shaped by massive disruptors radically altering the landscape of higher education. Today, higher education faces perhaps its greatest disruptor, an existential threat in the form of artificial intelligence. Thankfully, AI can help.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

non-citizens and undocumented students may qualify for state financial aid thanks to the new state Tuition Equity Law. Kim Driscoll announced a $62 million investment in higher education as the MASSGrant Plus Expansion program on Nov. The state's new Tuition Equity Law will allow qualifying non-U.S.

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BestColleges

MARCH 25, 2024

Josh Shapiro released his plan for higher education on Jan. The "Blueprint for Higher Education" focuses on three key areas, one being college affordability. One of the key proposals is to cap tuition and fees at $1,000 for students whose families make up to the median income in the state. Pennsylvania Gov.

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Great College Advice

JUNE 22, 2023

Clients have asked me repeatedly to explain the relationship between the financial aid and admissions offices, and to help them to understand how financial need is factored into admissions decisions. Tuition dollars, after all, are the lifeblood of any institution of higher education.

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BestColleges

MARCH 19, 2024

It provides free tuition to qualifying New Mexicans. New Mexico is cementing its dedication to free college tuition for all qualifying residents with the nation's largest higher education trust fund. GPA while enrolled in a college or university

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

4] Check Hispanic and Latino/a students accounted for nearly 46% of all undocumented students in higher education. [5] This report covers higher education data on Hispanic and Latino/a students. Discover enrollment statistics by institution type, gender, and degree level. of the total student population in 2022.

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BestColleges

APRIL 7, 2023

It's unclear, however, how pervasive these companies are in higher education. OPMs have become a hot topic in higher education policy circles, but for the uninitiated, it can be hard to understand why. Some advocates also blame revenue-sharing agreements for sky-high tuition costs. billion by 2025.

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Ruffaloni

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The way students use technology search for college, the stress and anxiety they face, the economic challenges that impact their ability to afford college, and even the way they question the value of college have created daunting challenges for enrollment managers.

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enrollmentFUEL

MAY 16, 2024

As the fiscal year draws to a close, many higher education institutions find themselves with a bit of unspent budget. Rather than letting these funds go unused, why not invest them in ways that can significantly boost your enrollment strategy for the upcoming recruitment cycle?

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BestColleges

APRIL 17, 2024

The Chronicle reported that the university told the current scholarship recipients, known as Reggie Scholars, that the scholarship was ending in light of changes to the legal landscape related to race-based considerations in higher education. However, Duke will continue to support current Reggie Scholars through graduation.

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Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

By Don Heller, Gigi Jones, and Abby Miller The recent dismantling of affirmative action and the COVID pandemic highlighted the barriers preventing underserved, underrepresented students – students of color and those who are low-income and first-generation – from enrolling in college.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Does direct admissions directly lead to enrollment growth? In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention.

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BestColleges

JUNE 13, 2023

Maryland is home to a number of great higher education institutions , and that includes historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Learners seeking an HBCU education in the Old Line State will find there are great options. Then we compared that amount against school costs and financial aid opportunities.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

This is a guest blog by Stuart Jones, vice president for advancement and enrollment management at Southern Utah University. Stuart oversees the fundraising, marketing, and enrollment efforts at the university, and we have invited him to share his insights about the strategic enrollment planning process in this this post.

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BestColleges

MARCH 26, 2024

The gift will go toward financial aid and scholarships. Dartmouth is expanding financial aid, ensuring families making under $125,000 a year pay nothing for their student's education starting next academic year. Dartmouth said the new policy will benefit about 350 families of currently enrolled students.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Much of this aid goes to wealthy students, leaving less for students in need. So-called "merit" scholarships are simply tuition discounts used to entice students. Colleges argue that wealthier students underwrite aid for needier students, but evidence suggests otherwise. Today's colleges still employ these enrollment techniques.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

What’s the tuition? Is financial aid available? Because when users click on your ads and visit your site or landing page, they’re usually not ready to make the decision to enrol. In another example, a school I worked with was extremely motivated to increase enrollments in a specific program. What is its reputation?

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BestColleges

MAY 23, 2023

Average Undergrad Tuition In-state $3,152 Out-of-state $14,524 Average Graduate Tuition In-state $8,019 Out-of-state $22,108 Retention Rate 85% Admission Rate 33% Students Enrolled 9,184 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 98% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Over the past three years, many states have passed anti-DEI laws impacting higher education. Some institutions have even offered a path to enrollment for students looking to leave their current institution. The quick changes have left many feeling stuck in an institution very different from what they initially enrolled in.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

High school graduates who got help from a college student as part of a City University of New York (CUNY) program were more likely to eventually enroll in higher education, according to a new study. Program participants had an overall higher application rate and acceptance rate than those who didn't participate.

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Niche

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The webinar, which covered everything from school search trends to enrollment performance, highlighted the importance of understanding the shifting dynamics and priorities in the K-12 school search, particularly for boarding schools. By June 1, 2023, 27% of private and independent schools had met their goals for new student enrollments.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 5, 2024

Popular Online Programs Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below. Only accrediting agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation can confer institutional accreditation.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 10, 2024

Economic and workforce development is the top priority for state higher education leaders in 2024, according to the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association. State operational funding, as well as financial aid funding, also made the list of leaders' top 10 priorities.

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enrollmentFUEL

MAY 9, 2024

But recent hiccups with FAFSA reporting, combined with a dip in the number of applications, are throwing new curveballs for students and the professionals guiding them through the processes of enrollment and student recruitment.

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BestColleges

APRIL 18, 2023

Average Tuition In-state $3,152 Out-of-state $14,524 Retention Rate 85% Admission Rate 33% Students Enrolled 9,184 Institution Type Public Percent Online Enrollment 98% Percentage of all students who are enrolled online. Lincoln University is known for its cheaper tuition for Pennsylvania residents and small class sizes.

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EAB

OCTOBER 14, 2022

6 elements of an effective graduate enrollment management plan—and why you need to build one. On a few recent campus visits, graduate school deans shared that they are tasked with growing enrollment by as much as 30 or 35 percent. Graduate enrollments have grown only an average of 0.7 Why do institutions need a GEM plan?

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enrollmentFUEL

MARCH 1, 2024

Department of Education. These delays, caused by the need to adjust the financial aid formula for inflation, pose significant challenges for higher education institutions across the United States.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Blogs Adult learners: who they are and what they want from college Across the last few years, colleges and universities have increasingly prioritized adult learner enrollment to offset declining undergraduate enrollment and diversify revenue streams.

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BestColleges

APRIL 8, 2024

Average Undergrad Tuition In-state $7,907 Out-of-state $25,536 Average Graduate Tuition In-state $14,652 Out-of-state $22,143 ROI Score ROI Value Score: Medium We’ve reviewed hundreds of schools to find the ones that give you the best bang for your buck. A higher return for your investment results in a higher score for this school.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 7, 2023

The most affordable HBCUs cost just a fraction of the national average tuition for schools in the U.S. Just because these HBCUs are affordable doesn't mean you won't need financial aid. Education at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) holds immense value. An added bonus?

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BestColleges

JANUARY 11, 2024

The state also expanded financial aid for college students via the MASSGrant Plus Expansion. That means at least $5,000 per year "above federal and private financial aid" if top community college students enroll at one of the UMass campuses in Amherst, Boston, Dartmouth, or Lowell, according to a press release from the school.

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BestColleges

JUNE 29, 2023

How to Choose a Nursing Program in New York The right nursing school in New York depends on the location, tuition and financial aid, program format (online, hybrid, on-campus), clinical placement options, acceptance rate, and board certification pass rates. You'll attend 1-2 evening courses per week in the two-year program.

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