BestColleges

APRIL 5, 2024

The board of trustees approved the Austin Community College Free Tuition pilot program, which will last at least five years. The Austin Community College (ACC) District is giving all graduating high schoolers within the area free tuition to earn associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and certifications.

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BestColleges

JULY 12, 2023

Two dozen states offer some form of bachelor's degree at community colleges. Community colleges in those states have adopted hundreds of degree programs, with many aimed at relevant workforce needs. Community colleges tend to be less costly and more accessible than traditional four-year schools.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 14, 2023

Massachusetts residents will soon be able to pursue a tuition-free associate degree or certificate at a local community college. The $56 billion budget invests heavily in the state's college system, allocating $229 million for higher education institutions and scholarships for students, according to the governor's office.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 8, 2024

The budget increases funding for community colleges and scholarships, expands dual enrollment, and improves pathways for nursing students and students from underrepresented groups. Pennsylvania is reinvesting millions into higher education in 2025 "after decades of inaction."

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EAB

MAY 9, 2023

Podcast Do Community Colleges Need an “Intervention”? Reporter Jon Marcus joins EAB’s Tara Zirkel to explore the root causes behind steep enrollment declines and poor student outcomes at community colleges. EAB · Do Community Colleges Need an “Intervention?” Episode 150. May 9, 2023. million people.

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EAB

JULY 21, 2023

Blogs Why customer service matters for community colleges Learnings and recommendations from EAB’s 2023 customer service survey I just talked to someone in registration, and they told me to call you! What are the features of a “modern student experience,” and how do community colleges stack up?

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BestColleges

MARCH 12, 2024

Keep reading to learn about the rising prevalence of microcredentials in higher education and their projected future. The Rise of Microcredentials Popular Microcredential Providers The Future of Microcredentials in Higher Education References What Is a Microcredential? Table of Contents What Is a Microcredential?

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BestColleges

AUGUST 21, 2023

California recently enacted new regulations that call on community college professors to employ DEI and anti-racist principles in the classroom. Six California community college professors filed a lawsuit Thursday hoping to block a new rule they say restricts their academic freedom.

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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2022

5 Tips to Recruit and Enroll Latine/x Students in Your Community College. Prospective Latine/x college students in the U.S. are the most likely to choose community college as their first step when pursuing a higher education. Spotlight: Holyoke Community College. Tip #1: Build belonging.

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BestColleges

APRIL 7, 2023

It's unclear, however, how pervasive these companies are in higher education. OPMs have become a hot topic in higher education policy circles, but for the uninitiated, it can be hard to understand why. The Department of Education (ED) intends to force more transparency into how commonly institutions use these managers.

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BestColleges

JULY 3, 2023

Sixty-five percent of high school students believe pursuing education after high school is necessary. But 63% of high schoolers are open to exploring options other than a four-year college. Among underserved students, the link between access and interest in postsecondary education still persists.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 9, 2023

A new report from The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University explores how race and ethnicity impacted students' college experiences during the pandemic. The pandemic intensified students' basic needs insecurity and increased racial and ethnic disparities in higher education, according to the report.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Reading Time: 9 minutes In the competitive realm of educational marketing, adequately optimized landing pages are a significant asset for connecting with potential students and enhancing recruitment strategies. Source: HEM Educational marketers must champion the use of both methods to enhance campaign success.

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EAB

JUNE 1, 2023

Blogs 3 considerations for prison education programs What you need to know ahead of July’s restoration of Second Chance Pell grants Given the restoration of Pell Grant funding for incarcerated students expected in July 2023 , many institutions are beginning to develop plans for Prison Education Programs (PEPs).

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BestColleges

AUGUST 1, 2023

After announcing the tour, she committed to donating $1 million to higher education efforts through her BeyGood foundation's Renaissance Scholars program. Right now, it's Beyoncé — but soon, college students in her Renaissance Scholars program may take the reins. Who runs the world? where Beyoncé will be performing Aug.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Several new laws in California that affect higher education will go into effect in 2024. The laws include new requirements for the state's public education systems, including price transparency and reports on sexual harassment. Here are some of the bills that will impact higher education and college students.

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 10, 2025

January Farmers Mutual Hail Company National FFA Scholarship This provides $1,500 to an individual who is a fourth year high school student or in college, who plans on obtaining a bachelors degree in one of four specified areas at a higher educational institution, who has a GPA of 3.0 The deadline to apply is January 9th.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Sonya Christian on Thursday was named chancellor of the California Community College system. Christian will lead the country's largest public higher education system, serving over 1.8 million students at 166 community colleges. READ: [link]. READ: [link]. Gavin Newsom said in a statement.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 12, 2024

Reading Time: 10 minutes As a modern educational institution, standing out requires a strategic approach. Our fifteen years of educational marketing experience affords us a profound understanding of diverse audiences in the academic sector and how to connect with them effectively. Understanding the Strategy: What Is Fab in Marketing?

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BestColleges

MARCH 8, 2023

Community college enrollment fell sharply during the pandemic and hasn't fully recovered. Many students who left community college during the pandemic aren't planning to return, according to a recent New America survey. We've seen 1 in 5 students disappear from community colleges since the pandemic began," Fishman said.

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BestColleges

APRIL 1, 2024

The California Community Colleges system will offer six more bachelor's degree programs. Six new bachelor's degree programs have been approved to be offered by the California Community Colleges (CCC) system. The CCC introduced the pilot Baccalaureate Degree Program at 15 community colleges in 2014.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 10, 2023

Massachusetts Senate President Karen Spilka called for free community college in a speech to her chamber. Thirty-one states currently offer free community college with varying eligibility requirements, including several of Massachusetts' neighbors.

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BestColleges

JULY 11, 2024

A new program by the College of the Desert will offer on-site general education college courses to incarcerated students ages 18-24. The program is funded by a grant from the California Community Colleges' Rising Scholars Network. And it's really our responsibility to provide them with college.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Blogs 5 areas for community college leaders to take stock in 2023 And resources to help sustain your post-pandemic momentum Now that community colleges have weathered the storm of the pandemic, it’s time to take a moment to recognize all you have accomplished, and then to begin to steer the transition from a “crisis” mindset to a sustainability one.

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BestColleges

JUNE 19, 2023

New federal legislation aims to boost community college agriculture programs with annual grants. The Community College Agriculture Advancement Act has bipartisan support in both the U.S. House and Senate and is endorsed by a broad range of community college organizations.

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Enrollify

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In today's digital age, the role of marketing in higher education has become increasingly significant, as institutions strive to navigate the complexities of enrollment and community engagement.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 30, 2023

California Community Colleges would see a little over $652 million of ongoing funding under the proposed plan. Gavin Newsom introduced his budget for higher education with around $40 billion in funding for higher education in the state, including goals to increase access to higher education and expand college affordability.

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BestColleges

MARCH 2, 2023

The Aspen Institute and Columbia University's Community College Research Center launched a network to boost community colleges' credential value. The "Unlocking Opportunity: The Post-Graduation Success and Equity Network" includes 10 community colleges and will run through 2028.

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EAB

JANUARY 13, 2023

Modern Student Experience Diagnostic for Community Colleges. Modern student expectations are everchanging—can your community college keep up? In higher education, the student experience continues to become more synonymous with the consumer experience. Accessible campus community. Get started.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

When election season rolls around, the world of digital advertising can feel like a wild stormespecially for higher education institutions. These campaigns are often targeting the same demographics as higher education institutions, especially younger voters and professionalsaka your prospective students. And guess what?

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

And many members of Congress have designated funding for higher education as part of the 2023 fiscal year budget. The 2023 budget includes many earmarks for community colleges. Many of those projects are centered around colleges and universities — with dozens of earmarks specifically going toward community colleges.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Dual enrollment programs, which allow high school students to take college courses, can be costly for community colleges, according to a new paper from the Community College Research Center. Community colleges offer the majority of dual enrollment programs, often at a discount. of its overall budget.

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EAB

JUNE 27, 2023

There are nearly one million fewer students attending community colleges today than there were pre-pandemic, and the vast majority of community college leaders recognize that poor customer service is at least partially to blame,” said Tara Zirkel, EdD, Director of Strategic Research at EAB. “The

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

Students enrolled in dual enrollment take college-level courses along with their high school curriculum and earn college credits. Motivated students challenge themselves academically and get a head start on their college education. When students apply to college it demonstrates their commitment to academics.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Many community college students struggle with food insecurity. Community colleges across the country are stepping up efforts to address hunger in their communities. Officials say community colleges are uniquely positioned to combat food insecurity. Hunger is prevalent on community college campuses.

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BestColleges

MARCH 20, 2023

The National Head Start Association and the Association of Community College Trustees are partnering to bring more Head Start centers to community colleges. Officials hope the centers will cut back on a shortage of childcare access and early childhood educators. Roughly 1 in 10 undergraduate students in the U.S.

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Ruffaloni

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

When election season rolls around, the world of digital advertising can feel like a wild storm—especially for higher education institutions. These campaigns are often targeting the same demographics as higher education institutions, especially younger voters and professionals—aka your prospective students. And guess what?

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