Higher Ed. Dive
June 21, 2022 Enrollment Management Trends, Student Success
Of the 39 million adults under 65 who left college without completing a credential, just 2.4% reenrolled in postsecondary education. Further, the number of stopped-out students has grown by 1.9 million since December 2018. Understanding who is reenrolling can help institutions and states attract other stopped-out students.
Higher Ed. Dive
June 14, 2022 Enrollment Management Trends, Student Success
Higher education investments in technology doubled in 2021 vs. 2020, marking the largest annual increase over the past decade. Currently, many institutions’ student systems are outdated and lack modern tools and features. The investment growth stems from pent up demand caused by the pandemic.
Higher Ed. Dive
May 17, 2022 Research, Student Success
College students and educators aren’t aligned with each other regarding how higher education should proceed once COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency, according to new survey data covering 10 countries around the world. In North America, roughly one in four college leaders said their institutions don’t plan to offer remote or virtual class options by 2025, while 63% of students said they preferred fully online classes or classes that blend in-person and remote learning. Twenty-three percent said they prefer a mix of in-person and online courses.
Inside Higher Ed
April 18, 2022 Student Success, Value and Affordability
A positive impact of the pandemic for many students has been access to post-secondary cost savings and financial aid, made possible through federal grants and institutional aid programs. Many institutions waived fees, temporarily eliminated charges for some services or forgave outstanding balances. It’s evident cost-saving measures for students, especially for first-generation, Indigenous and students of color need to continue.
Inside Higher Ed
March 22, 2022 Student Success, Value and Affordability
Scholarships for students suffering with psychological disorders have proliferated in recent years. Often funded by donors who lost loved ones to mental illness, the scholarships range in eligibility and criteria. Such scholarships can be particularly useful because students with mental health needs may face unique financial barriers when attending college.
Inside Higher Ed
March 17, 2022 Student Success, Value and Affordability
When students are in crisis, they often connect with academic advisers, professors, resident assistants or student affairs staff. As such, these points of contact must be aware of financial wellness resources, such as emergency financial assistance and proactive financial literacy information, to assist students. A one-stop model focused on student financial business can make finding assistance and information more streamlined for students.
Inside Higher Ed
March 10, 2022 Enrollment Management Trends, Student Success
The stigma of incarceration often complicates admissions, membership in academic organizations and professional licensure. It follows people throughout their work and personal lives. Formerly incarcerated students have faced uncertainty with applying to graduate programs and securing internships. This uncertainty also extends to the faculty ranks.
Higher Ed. Dive
February 24, 2022 Pre-College Outreach, Student Success
According to a report by ACT, nearly half of the high school graduating class of 2021 reported disruptions in college preparation activities. The pandemic most significantly affected students’ campus visits and college fair attendance. Low-income students, and those who are Hispanic/Latino and Asian were more likely to report disruptions.
Higher Ed. Dive
February 10, 2022 Student Success, Value and Affordability
The jobs crisis has been top of mind for employer-facing interest groups. The pandemic also put the spotlight on worker retraining, especially after mass layoffs. The US House of Representatives passed am omnibus bill Feb. 4. The amendments would make Pell grants available for rapid retraining programs and provide accurate and timely information to drive better decisions.
Inside Higher Ed
February 03, 2022 Enrollment Management Trends, Student Success
A new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center found the six-year college completion rate hit 62.2 percent, but experts say it’s still too low for underserved students. The largest gain was among community colleges at 42.2 percent. Public four-year institutions had the second largest gain, followed public two-year institutions and private non-profit four-year institutions.