More first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented minority students are applying to college, but uneven K-12 academic preparation remains a barrier to their enrollment in postsecondary institutions.
Topics: Enrollment
International student enrollment rises to near pre-pandemic levels, survey finds
New reports show a rebound in the number of international students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities, leaving higher education leaders hopeful about the resilience of student mobility.
Report: Students left stranded by college closures unlikely to complete their degree
A new report shows the lasting consequences of college closures, finding that most students whose institutions shut down had a difficult time re-enrolling at other institutions and earning their credentials.
College enrollment declines continue this fall, but at a slower rate
A new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows college enrollment down 1.1% this fall compared to this time last year, the smallest drop since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
College application trends: What nuances are missed in using broad racial, ethnic categories?
A new report from Common App finds that racial and ethnic categories widely used to track the diversity of college applicants are often too broad to capture important variation within those groups, including differences in college preparation and demographic trends.
Report: Black enrollment at community colleges declines, academic gaps persist
Black enrollment at community colleges has plummeted in the last decade. A think tank dedicated to advancing Black communities highlights opportunities for these institutions to improve student engagement and success.
What’s really putting a damper on college enrollment? Survey takes a closer look.
In a new survey of high school graduates who decided not to attend college or stopped out, most said they are undecided about college or not planning to attend, citing not only cost concerns but also stress and a desire for on-the-job training.
How do ‘student lists’ used for college recruitment shape access?
The student lists that some colleges purchase for recruitment can be a double-edged sword, both perpetuating the exclusion of underrepresented students and enabling vital outreach to those who might not enroll otherwise.
Report: Transfer student enrollment fell 13.5% in last two years
Fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has continued to disrupt transfer student pathways, especially among students over age 20, according to new data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Gates Foundation provides grants to early college, dual enrollment programs
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has announced a new effort to help more students earn college credit before they graduate from high school.
Spring data show 5th straight semester of enrollment declines
Postsecondary enrollment shrank by 4.1% this spring, with losses concentrated at community colleges, according to a new report.
A push to bring adult learners back to complete their degrees
At a time when a strong labor market is enticing students to pause their studies and prioritize full-time employment, universities like Morgan State are finding ways to re-engage adult learners who have some credit but no degree.