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Degree Attainment Among Working-Age Adults Rose in 2021

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Though Black and Latino/a adults have seen significant growth in educational attainment, they still lag behind their white and Asian or Pacific Islander peers. The District of Columbia has the highest rate of educational attainment as of 2021 at 72.4%. But some states have already begun to surpass it. to 27.8% — nearly 2.5

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Online Universities Offer Afghan Women Covert Access to Education

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The Taliban recently banned access to higher education for women in Afghanistan. These women must keep their educational pursuits secret for fear of reprisal. But some online universities are offering Afghan women a glimmer of hope: an opportunity to pursue a college education — despite the inherent risks. Under a U.S.-backed

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Diversity Gains at Selective Colleges Modest, Study Finds

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That's the conclusion of a new study from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce titled " Progress Interrupted." From 2009-2019, the percentage of Black/African American students attending selective colleges grew from 10% to 14%. Does the rhetoric around diversity among elite colleges far exceed reality?

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La Familia: Five Ways Institutions Can Support Hispanic Families  

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Hispanic families in the United States encounter various challenges stemming from a complex interplay of socioeconomic, cultural, and structural factors. Hispanic students often face disparities in educational attainment. Engaging Hispanic families can help you then engage prospective Hispanic students.

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New York Expands Direct Admissions Program

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Several states have introduced direct admissions programs, while the Common App launched a broader effort. Kathy Hochul announced a series of initiatives designed to increase access to the state's colleges and universities. Spanning 64 campuses, SUNY is the nation's largest state system of higher education, enrolling some 1.3

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6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023

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Currently, high school students comprise 1 in 5 community college students in the US, with fifteen states attributing 25% or more of their community college enrollment to dual enrollment. But now as we find ourselves stabilizing, it’s time to pause and take stock of the full landscape facing community colleges. 6 trends to watch in 2023 1.

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Missouri State Program for Autistic Students to Expand Thanks to Donation

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Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) and the Missouri State University Foundation announced Nov. Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) and the Missouri State University Foundation announced Nov. ASCEND, established in 2022, helps autistic students make the jump to college.