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How to Tackle Inequity in Higher Education Head-On

Inside Higher Ed

January 05, 2022   Student Success, Value and Affordability

The pandemic illuminates the issues faced by low-income, first-generation or racial minority students. Students face issues like affordability, maintaining their enrollment status, and other academic and personal concerns. Colleges face structural barriers that drive inequity, including the pandemic and a long-overdue racial reckoning. Universities use continuous improvement to improve affordability, teaching and learning, and holistic student support.

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42% of stopped-out young adults cited financial reasons for leaving college, survey finds

Higher Ed. Dive

December 02, 2021   Student Success, Value and Affordability

A new survey of “disengaged learners” found financial reasons to be the top cause for stepping away. The longer a former student stays away, the less likely they are to reenroll. Reaching personal goals are a deciding factor for returning students. More than half of respondents were full-time employees in the retail or food industry, with a yearly household income of $50,000 or less. Institutions can offer the following to entice students to return: certificates for credits earned, less expensive classes, workshops to address students’ problems, counseling and help through concierge services.

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Higher ed groups call for quick changes to FAFSA verification

Higher Ed. Dive

November 08, 2021   Research, Value and Affordability

The share of students selected for verification has reduced from 40% to 23% this year, due to reduced requirements because of the pandemic. However, the agency wants to resume full verification for the next cycle. Majority of students selected for verification are Pell grant recipients. However, the federal government should allow the IRS to share income data with the Education Department to eliminate the verification requirement for these students.

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Bridging the Gap Between Low-Income Students and Top Colleges

Inside Higher Ed

November 02, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Value and Affordability

The National Education Equity Lab has created a model for helping low-income high school students and elite colleges connect. This model was designed to scale courses offered at elite colleges using Zoom to deliver them asynchronously to high school students nationwide. Since 2019, approximately 8,000 students received these courses. Participating universities provide classes at no cost. School districts pay a nominal amount to participate.

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Low Cost, High Impact for Pell Grant Recipients

Inside Higher Ed

October 05, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Value and Affordability

Congressional Democrats’ social spending plan expects to face cuts as moderates in the Senate do not support the high prices. Low and moderate income students could be subject to added taxes for non-tuition related costs. The budget reconciliation bill includes a provision that would allow students to use their Pell grant for these expenses without additional tax liability. However, the provision has an uncertain future as lawmakers decide where to cut costs.

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What Keeps Low-Income Students Enrolled

The Chronicle of Higher Education

September 08, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Value and Affordability

Increased spending on Financial Aid is key to keeping low-income students enrolled. Conveying to students that there is financial support can make a big difference. Some colleges are promising free tuition to low-income students without requiring loans. Making students feel welcome also matters a lot. Additionally, creating career development opportunities for students is beneficial.

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Fee-Free College Applications Gain Popularity

Inside Higher Ed

August 23, 2021   Pre-College Outreach, Value and Affordability

When several colleges stopping charging application fees in 2016, admittance rates increased. The study and experiences of fee-free colleges have prompted more colleges to drop their application fees. Officials say that the idea makes sense from an access and affordability perspective. Colleges are also looking at more steps to appeal to students.

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The ‘Human Cost’ of Stranded Credits

Inside Higher Ed

August 20, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Student Success, Value and Affordability

Withholding college credits from students because of outstanding balances has long-lasting negative effects on students, especially low-income students and students of color. Authors of a study argue that withheld transcripts are a racial and socioeconomic equity problem that delays or prevents students from graduating. It also hinders career opportunities that would help them earn enough money to pay their institutional debts. Universities are exploring alternatives to tackle this problem.

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Digging out of the pandemic’s economic turmoil, public colleges hike tuition

Higher Ed. Dive

August 04, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Value and Affordability

The COVID health crisis forced colleges to abruptly close campuses to in-person services last year and return key auxiliary dollars such as rent from student housing. Institutions also had to build digital infrastructure for online coursework, often with a high price tag. Compared to last year, federal relief funding has cushioned some budgetary concerns this year; however, many institutions are planning to increase tuition to make up for financial stresses brought about by the pandemic.

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The U.S. may never regain its dominance as a destination for international students. Here’s why that matters.

The Chronicle of Higher Education

August 02, 2021   Enrollment Management Trends, Value and Affordability

Last year, the U.S. government reported an 18% drop in overall student-visa holders and a 72% decrease in new enrollments in 2020. Students and families worry about cost of tuition, safety, and immigration policies, and are questioning the value of an American degree. If America ultimately cedes its place as the world leader in international education, that will affect diplomacy, the economy, and the health of colleges and universities nationwide.

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