Admissions Village

JUNE 19, 2024

College: An institution of higher learning offering a course of studies leading to a bachelor's degree. Colleges typically do not have graduate students. Community College : A public institution of higher learning that leads to a 2-year associates of arts or science degree.

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JULY 31, 2023

The Lowe's Foundation announced $8 million in grants to community and technical colleges nationwide as part of a workforce development initiative. The grants will help colleges train students in high-demand industries like electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other skilled trades.

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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.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 17, 2025

The United States puts heavy importance on higher education, which can be seen in its overwhelming number of 4,000 different institutions across the nation. But what state has the most colleges? If youre applying to college, this information also helps you explore different options in your region to find your best fit.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 5, 2025

The cheapest colleges in Michigan offer great education at prices that wont leave you eating ramen until your 40s. At around $12,150 per year for in-state students, SVSU already keeps things budget-friendly. SVSU also offers plenty of need-based grants and work-study gigs that let you earn while you learn. No worries.

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 9, 2025

This has provided need-based college scholarships and educational experiences to cancer survivors from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana or Alaska. college or graduate school, and have a family income of less than $150,000 per year. This is open to first generation college students who reside in Oregon and have a 3.0

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BestColleges

MAY 13, 2024

House Bill 24-1340, also known as the Colorado Promise Act, would give students from families earning $90,000 or less annually a tax credit covering tuition and fees after grants and scholarships are used. The tax credit is valid at any public Colorado four-year institution, technical college, or community college.

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AdmissionSight

JANUARY 15, 2025

10 Easiest Colleges to Get into with Low GPA There are actually a number of colleges you can get into with a GPA as low as 2.5. Acceptance rate: 93% Franklin Pierce University is one college that accepts low GPAs. American International College (Springfield, Massachusetts) Minimum GPA: 2.91

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BestColleges

JULY 11, 2024

Students won't have to pay for the classes, and they're transferable to both the University of California and the California State University systems. 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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MARCH 13, 2023

President Joe Biden's budget includes a $500 million grant program to provide two years of free community college. Those grants will go toward students enrolled in high-quality programs that lead to a four-year degree or a good-paying job, according to the budget.

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JULY 28, 2023

Eleven new community colleges joined the Metallica Scholars Initiative. The initiative is a partnership between Metallica's All Within My Hands Foundation and the American Association of Community Colleges. The nationwide effort, launched in 2019, now includes more than 40 colleges across 33 states.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. When this funding ended, only a handful of secondary education programs in federal and state prisons remained.

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

The Florida Student Assistance Grant Program is the largest need-based grant program in the state. Undergraduates in the state who demonstrate substantial financial need can get a minimum of $200 each year (the maximum award amount is set annually by state lawmakers) to pay for college or trade school in the state of Florida.

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BestColleges

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The Illinois Monetary Award Program is available to state residents who demonstrate financial need and attend an approved in-state college. Combined with Pell Grants, an increase in the program could mean "virtually everyone at or below median income in Illinois can go to community college tuition-free."

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College Essay Guy

JANUARY 11, 2025

Thinking about college in New York? Even community colleges in the state can cost almost 60% more than the nationwide average. Keep reading to discover the best New York state scholarships and how they can make your college dreams more affordable. Private schools? Theyre nearly 28% higher. Lets dive in.

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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

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The initiative began in 2022 to create a coalition of colleges and universities focused on addressing hunger and students' basic needs. Several colleges and universities are expanding food pantries, helping students apply for government benefits, and caring for historically underserved populations.

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JANUARY 25, 2023

The Department of Education announced $30 million in new awards going to colleges and universities. The list includes a variety of state schools, private institutions, and community colleges. Approximately $30 million in grants will be distributed to public state schools, private institutions, and community colleges.

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JULY 2, 2024

million investment in the state's community college system. million donation to the Maine Community College System (MCCS) will fuel short-term workforce training programs over the next five years. Maine recently extended its free community college program for graduating high schoolers.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

Students from families making $150,000 or less will receive at least $2,000 in needs-based grants. are Pell Grant recipients. Five other Virginia colleges also offer free tuition for qualifying students. UVA lowered household income requirements for financial aid by at least $20,000 for each tier of needs-based grants.

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AdmissionSight

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Covering college expenses is a big challenge. For the 2024-2025 school year, the average annual tuition for four-year public colleges is $11,610 for in-state students and $30,780 for out-of-state students, based on CollegeBoard data. Most college admissions experts recommend submitting as soon as applications open.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2023

The recently launched Civic Mapping Initiative is making state-by-state maps of community colleges' accessibility by public transit. Many community colleges are located within just a few miles of a public transit stop, potentially making for an easy and low-cost expansion of services.

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JULY 31, 2023

Prince George's Community College in Maryland will establish STEM majors through the grant. NASA is making big investments to help science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students at minority-serving two-year and four-year colleges boost their careers in space research.

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Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

And crucial conversations about the numerous steps to start college or reenroll—and the importance of a “one-stop” approach to student services—are also taking place. Here are some factors to consider: Your competition: Who are the education competitors for your community college? Extending admission office hours beyond 5 p.m.,

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BestColleges

MARCH 7, 2023

The Lowe's Foundation announced $50 million in grants to community and technical colleges Thursday. The grants go toward educating skilled workers amid a nationwide shortage, according to a press release. American Association of Community Colleges President and CEO Walter G.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The bill would allow low-income students to pursue bachelor's degrees at community colleges tuition-free. It would extend the two years of free community college already offered to qualifying students to four. California Community Colleges offer over 30 bachelor's degree programs.

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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. The partnership will pair local Head Start programs with community colleges that can offer free space.

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JANUARY 12, 2023

Lincoln University will use the National Telecommunications and Information Administration grant for Chromebooks, mobile Wi-Fi hotspots, and classroom upgrades for distance learning. The Lincoln University grant project spans two years. The Connecting Minority Communities pilot program has awarded nearly $52 million to 19 schools.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Students who are incarcerated are set to regain access to Pell Grants nationwide in 2023. Lawmakers and education officials should step up communication and set up clear guidelines for colleges ahead of the rollout, according to a new NASFAA report. What Lawmakers and the Department of Education Can Do.

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JULY 19, 2023

The Department of Energy (DOE) is now accepting applications for its Community College Internships (CCI) program. Community college students can now apply for a hands-on internship with the Department of Energy (DOE). Applications will be open through 5 p.m. The program features hands-on experience at top national labs.

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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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DECEMBER 1, 2023

Community college students will receive at least $3,000 and public university students will receive at least $5,000 per year. North Carolina is giving students from most families free tuition and fees to any community college and covering at least half of the tuition and fees to any public state university.

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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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JULY 24, 2023

The state's budget expands the existing Middle Class Scholarship to cover these students' tuition, fees, and other expenses. This program will cost the state $25 million annually. A college degree or certificate is more within reach than ever for California students with experience in foster care. Casey Foundation.

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College Essay Guy

MAY 11, 2023

If you’re one of the very lucky few who doesn’t have to worry about how you’re going to PAY for college, then awesome. So, you’re probably thinking about financial aid, grants, work study, and any other way you can fund the next few years of your education (in which case, here's some great information for you ). Yes, indeed!)

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StandOut College Prep

JANUARY 8, 2025

To be eligible, applicants must be 23 years old or younger and planning to enroll in full time 2 or 4 years college. Small Regional Agriculture Center of Southington, whois pursuing a college degree in agriculture. Be sure to reach out to the sponsor or check sponsor websites for the most recent details. January Seeds of Fortune Inc.

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BestColleges

APRIL 13, 2023

It was never a question of whether Kellyn Donahoe would go to college like her four older siblings. While her other children had dozens of colleges to choose from, Sandy Donahoe told BestColleges that her daughter realistically only had three possibilities. Advocates hope accreditation will ensure high standards across the U.S.

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