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Remembering Dr. Lee Noel

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Lee was a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark on higher education and in our hearts. Lee had a lifelong dedication to higher education, both as a professional and as a student. He would go on to create the ACT National Center for the Advancement of Educational Practices, serving as the executive director.

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Unequal Distribution

Admitted

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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California Debuts Updated Financial Aid Application for Undocumented Students

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Among those who did fill out the form, only 30% enrolled and received state financial aid. Assemblymember Mike Fong, D-Alhambra, chair of the Assembly Higher Education Committee, introduced the legislation sponsored by CSAC. The solution? Combine CADAA and the AB 540 affidavit, so that students only needed to submit one form.

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The Hidden Truth Behind Merit Scholarships

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Despite all the rhetoric around access and equity, American colleges care more about enrolling the "right" mix of students, and part of that strategy involves enticing wealthy students with "merit" aid — even students who don't need it. Today's colleges still employ these enrollment techniques.

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Early Decision is a Racket

Admissions Madness

At first glance, Early Decision seems like a good deal that benefits students because it promises higher admissions chances. Many elite universities offer binding Early Decision deadlines that oblige students to enroll if offered admission. Instead, it’s the most powerful tool in a university’s enrollment management arsenal.

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Top 5 HBCUs for Engineering

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Attending an HBCU is an excellent way to receive a quality STEM education while enjoying the rich history and culture of these higher education institutions. A higher return for your investment results in a higher score for this school. A higher return for your investment results in a higher score for this school.

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Kansas Scholarships

StandOut College Prep

Applicants must be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate at an accredited two- or four-year college or university. Applicants must have taken the SAT or ACT and intend to enroll in an Opportunity Partner College and have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Not limited to full-time enrollment. The deadline to apply is January 31st.