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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

weighted GPA qualify for direct admission to all 58 community colleges and six universities, half of which are historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Students will have to pay $30-$75 per application unless they apply during College Application Week from Oct. Students with at least a 2.8

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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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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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JULY 11, 2024

The program is funded by a grant from the California Community Colleges' Rising Scholars Network. The College of the Desert is launching a new program that will provide tuition-free college courses to incarcerated students. The program, funded by a $1.5

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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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JANUARY 11, 2024

Students in the top 10% of their community college class in Massachusetts will soon be eligible for a minimum of $5,000 annually to finish their degree at a UMass campus. The program includes guaranteed admission to UMass for top community college students in the state.

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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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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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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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JANUARY 17, 2023

The bill would let some students from Mexico enroll in California Community Colleges. Low-income students would be exempt from the nonresident tuition fee. A proposed bill in California would allow some Mexican students to attend community college classes in California.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

The Lewiston Strong Scholarship Fund will go toward covering other college expenses, with priority given to waiver recipients. Janet Mills signed a new budget giving high school graduates two years of free community college. The University of Maine System (UMS) is giving free tuition and fees to people injured in an Oct.

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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. 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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EAB

APRIL 14, 2023

Blogs The 4 stages of an integrated lifecycle approach for community college student success How EAB’s Navigate helps community colleges at every stage There is encouraging data showing that six-year completion rates have been rising across all community colleges, with a.9%

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Ivy Central

APRIL 12, 2023

Students get a chance to complete their college requirements in high school and save money on tuition by graduating on time. They also get an opportunity to gain a better understanding of what they want to study in college. This helps students develop better time management and study skills.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A new survey of high school students reveals attitudes about college and other post-graduation plans. Students believe in the financial payoff of higher education but remain wary of high tuition and loan debt. Respondents from higher-income families have more faith in the value of higher education.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

non-citizens and undocumented students may qualify for state financial aid thanks to the new state Tuition Equity Law. The state announced the MassReconnect program earlier this year, a last-dollar scholarship for students 25 and older to attend state community colleges. Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey and Lt.

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EAB

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Gallup’s most recent poll revealed a concerning trend: only 36 percent of Americans have “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in higher education. What sets this year’s results apart is that, for the first time, a majority of survey respondents expressed a lack of confidence in educational institutions.

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JULY 11, 2024

states, students with experience in foster care don't have to pay tuition. states (31), SEFC can qualify for tuition waivers. The waivers allow these students to earn an associate degree, bachelor's degree, or certificate without having to pay tuition or fees, as long as students complete their program within a set time frame.

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

As reflected in the chart above, graduate students and online learners indicate much higher overall satisfaction levels than undergraduate traditional students at four-year private and public institutions. Students at community colleges (which often trend toward older and non-traditional populations) also reflect high satisfaction levels.

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APRIL 14, 2023

The last-dollar Tennessee Promise scholarship program covers tuition and fees at community and technical colleges and saw a record number of applicants last year. Tennessee's free community college scholarship program continues to spur students to higher education, new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) data shows.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

CUNY students have access to community colleges , four-year programs, graduate degrees, online learning, and on-campus housing. The CUNY schools are a cornerstone of New York higher education, explains Lonnie Woods, a college admissions expert and professor at Columbia University.

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JANUARY 16, 2024

The application will now include the legal affidavit required to prove they qualify for exemption from nonresident tuition. Undocumented students do not qualify for federal aid, making college more expensive and often out of reach. Previously, the affidavit and application were filled out separately. California Gov.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Data Summary Check The largest university in the country is Texas A&M at College Station, with more than 74,000 students. Check Two community colleges in Texas have over 60,000 students. Check Texas has the second-highest number of college students in the country: 1.6 That includes colleges and universities.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The grant will help Native and low-income students transfer from Tulsa Community College to Northeastern State University more seamlessly. In June, Oklahoma's Mid-America Christian University partnered with the Chickasaw Nation to offer Chickasaw Nation students reduced tuition and no fees. The partnership, announced Jan.

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JULY 14, 2023

Students ages 21-24 will soon be able to take advantage of Michigan's free community college program. The move is expected to make a tuition-free associate degree or skills training available to 350,000 Michigan residents, according to a statement from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

There are more than 400 schools now participating in the company's tuition assistance program. The program offers prepaid tuition, as well as reimbursement for books and fees. The training program includes prepaid tuition, in-demand industry certifications, English and local language learning, and career coaching.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Review our list of SUNY schools, their enrollment data, and their average tuition prices. The State University of New York's (SUNY) 64 campuses offer strong academics and affordable education through 7,000 degree and certificate programs. million students pursue degrees, certificates, and continuing education credits at SUNY.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A proposed bill in California would allow public higher education institutions in the state to hire undocumented students. There are an estimated 83,000 undocumented postsecondary students in California, according to the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration and the American Immigration Council.

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MARCH 13, 2024

Institutional debt can include any debts students owe to their college, from tuition balances to parking fines. The bill aims to prevent public colleges and universities from using specific debt collection methods against students with institutional debt. A 2023 report from research group Ithaka S+R estimates that 6.6

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This type of content, which can include quizzes, polls, interactive infographics, and videos, offers a more dynamic and engaging experience, often leading to higher user involvement and better retention of the information presented. These features enhance user engagement and provide valuable information and assistance in real-time.

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MAY 20, 2024

The scholarship provides eligible students with up to 40% of mandatory systemwide tuition and fees. The program also applies to students pursuing a teaching credential and those enrolled in a bachelor's degree program at California Community Colleges. The budget also leaves off investments to Cal Grant. We are grateful to Gov.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Louis County, Missouri, is offering college credit courses to people in jail, according to St. Louis Community College. Other jails across the country have offered similar access to college courses to people who are detained, including in South Carolina. Louis Community College, St. Louis Public Radio.

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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. If you’re wondering how to pay for college, there are more options than you probably expect.

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JULY 24, 2024

Utah's law also prohibits personal identity characteristics in financial aid, scholarships, and tuition waivers, which put Utah's Native American tuition waiver program at risk for a time. However, he has since told BestColleges that he isn't concerned about the legislation affecting Native American tuition waivers.

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JULY 20, 2023

Browse programs Discover matches Request info #1 10 Best HBCUs for Psychology Master’s Programs Coahoma Community College Clarksdale, MS 2 years Campus Located next to a picturesque lake in Coahoma County, Coahoma Community College is one of the most affordable HBCUs in Mississippi. Tune in to WLOO-TV to learn more.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

This trend extends to college students attracted by state investment in in-demand community college programs. Florida is also famous for its institutions of higher education. UF dates back to 1853, and the state founded its first college for African Americans in 1887. Census Bureau.

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OCTOBER 31, 2023

The act of colleges displacing BIPOC communities dates back to the 1800s. Journalists recently exposed schools for the harm they've caused to the communities they've pushed out. One college offered free tuition to students from the community it displaced.

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