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SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This blog was co-authored with Derek Flynn and Adam Connolly We have had many disruptors in higher education over the last several years, and this year, we have a new one that will have a major impact on financial aid awarding: the Student Aid Index. But the change is daunting for those of us working in enrollment and financial aid.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 25, 2023

The Department of Education (ED) revealed a list of 38 colleges and universities set to receive funds from grant programs to improve outcomes for underrepresented students. Approximately $30 million in grants will be distributed to public state schools, private institutions, and community colleges.

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JUNE 3, 2024

public higher education institutions. These students also qualify for Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study, and Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant programs. The National Center for Education Statistics found only 0.3% of enrolled college students identified as Pacific Islanders in 2022.

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EAB

JANUARY 26, 2023

Blogs 6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023 For the past two years, it’s been difficult to focus on anything beyond the immediate consequences of the pandemic. Increased competition Community college enrollment is facing several new external threats outside of the traditional competition from other colleges.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 19, 2024

Reading Time: 11 minutes As an educational institution looking to thrive and grow, increasing student enrollment is likely a top priority. Why is student enrollment important? To stay ahead, educational institutions must continuously innovate and implement strategies that appeal to students evolving needs and preferences.

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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. undergraduates — enrolled in the associate-degree granting institutions we represent.

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The Enrollment Marketer

JUNE 2, 2023

Any professional who has been in enrollment marketing, particularly higher education enrollment marketing, understands that crafting marketing strategies to increase student enrollment takes time and fortitude. Enrollment marketing best practices from 5 or 10 years ago aren’t the same as they are today.

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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. Those questions were nixed by the FAFSA Simplification Act.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 19, 2024

Reading Time: 11 minutes As an educational institution looking to thrive and grow, increasing student enrollment is likely a top priority. Why is student enrollment important? To stay ahead, educational institutions must continuously innovate and implement strategies that appeal to students evolving needs and preferences.

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Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

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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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Does direct admissions directly lead to enrollment growth? In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Research indicates that Hispanic students are more likely to attend underfunded schools with fewer resources, resulting in limited access to quality education. Hispanic families experience higher levels of economic inequality compared to other ethnic groups.

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The Enrollment Marketer

MARCH 11, 2024

In higher education enrollment, unexpected challenges like the recent FAFSA issues have forced many of us to rethink our marketing strategies—specifically those around yield. Every enrollment marketing manager should be realistic with what their team can manage and bring them into the conversation.

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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. Other Colorado Free Education Programs Some Colorado schools already offer free tuition to students under a certain income threshold.

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EAB

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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EAB

OCTOBER 24, 2022

5 Tips to Recruit and Enroll Latine/x Students in Your Community College. are the most likely to choose community college as their first step when pursuing a higher education. Tip #3: Reach students early through dual enrollment programs. Prospective Latine/x college students in the U.S. Tip #1: Build belonging.

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APRIL 23, 2024

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro's Child Care Education Program (CCEP) won a research grant to fund student-parent fees for four years. The research grant focuses on enrolling single-parent, Pell Grant-eligible student-parents, but the CCEP team encourages all student-parents to apply.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

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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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Financial aid information The cost of education is a major concern for all prospective students. Colleges can play a crucial role by offering comprehensive information about financial aid options, scholarships, and grants. This is why we include student communities in RNL Student Search to Enrollment. Read Now 4. That is okay!

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MAY 9, 2024

On May 6, Massachusetts senators announced MassEducate , a program that would give every state resident a tuition- and fee-free education at any state community college. MassEducate builds on MassGrant Plus , a tuition-free program for Pell Grant-eligible and middle-income college students. If the $75.5

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AUGUST 16, 2024

Students whose families fall above that threshold will be guaranteed tuition costs no higher than those at the state's flagship university. This program could help the college's enrollment rebound after years of decline. The grant covers up to four years of tuition but excludes housing and food costs. 33 among U.S.

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MARCH 19, 2024

Most Opportunity Scholars are Hispanic, identify as women, are Pell Grant-eligible, and are under 24. New Mexico is cementing its dedication to free college tuition for all qualifying residents with the nation's largest higher education trust fund. GPA while enrolled in a college or university

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SSA Online College Prep

MAY 5, 2022

A new bill proposed by the Senate, overrules the enrollment freeze ruling for UC Berkeley. In the midst of the enrollment freeze, Berkeley finds different ways to admit new students ! Looking Forward: Can a compromise be made to benefit UC Berkeley and the community ? Read more college tips on our blog !

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

"CDCR is proud to partner with CSUDH to further the Department's commitment in expanding 'grade school to grad school' opportunities and also strengthen collaborative efforts with California's public higher education system," CDCR Secretary Jeff Macomber said in a press release. CSUDH President Thomas A. Inciting an Impact About 13.5%

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JANUARY 23, 2024

A national grant program aims to reposition the liberal arts and humanities as central to the general education curriculum. Except that it's not entirely shocking given what's happening across higher education. In many cases, low enrollment drove these decisions. West Virginia's situation is hardly unique.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

The budget would also cut funding to the Higher Education Student Housing Grant Program and Middle-Class Scholarship. Gavin Newsom is proposing cuts to specific higher education programs and revenue deferments for the state's university systems. With California facing an expected deficit of $37.9 billion, Gov.

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Admissions.Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Students with significant financial need may receive need-based aid in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and subsidized loans. Grants and scholarships do not need to be repaid, making them a form of “gift aid.” It aims to make higher education accessible to those with limited means.

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AUGUST 9, 2024

Since the Second Chance Pell Experiment program began in 2016 over 45,000 incarcerated people enrolled in CIP programs, over 18,000 earned credentials, and over 1,000 earned bachelor's degrees. government created the Pell Grant in 1972 to help students afford a college education. Only six provided master's degrees.

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DECEMBER 1, 2023

Southern New Hampshire University students who received basic needs assistance from the school saw higher retention rates. SNHU distributed a total of $107 million in Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund grants to 51,257 qualifying learners to help with basic needs during the pandemic. more likely to stay enrolled.

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StandOut College Prep

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

January Georgia Engineering Foundation Scholarship This grants students various awards ranging from $1,000 – $5,000 to those interested in the field of engineering that display academic excellence, financial need, and have a background in community service. enroll into a two/four year program full time at the affiliated colleges.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The College Cost Transparency Initiative's standards include both total cost of attendance and an estimated net price for students after grants and scholarships. The College Cost Transparency Initiative, a task force composed of a broad coalition of higher education associations, announced Sept.

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JULY 11, 2024

The program is funded by a grant from the California Community Colleges' Rising Scholars Network. million grant from the California Community Colleges' Rising Scholars Network, will offer on-site general education classes for incarcerated students at Indio Juvenile Hall. The program, funded by a $1.5 The program, funded by a $1.5

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AUGUST 16, 2024

Other significant sources included scholarships (15%), grants (12%), and funds from relatives and friends (2%). Nearly two-thirds of families (64%) used scholarships to pay for college in 2023-24, receiving an average of $8,250, and 60% relied on grants, which supplied another $5,361 on average. Everyone should have a generous aunt.

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Niche

AUGUST 20, 2024

Last fall, 61% of high school graduates enrolled in college — down from 66% in 2019. One path is that of direct admissions — a process which grants select students admission into a college without the normal hoop-jumping and nail-biting. This stress can take a huge toll on students’ mental health, leading to stress and burnout.

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MAY 21, 2024

Some 31% of students are enrolled in programs that do not lead to a positive ROI. Calculating the ROI of Higher Education The study, " Does College Pay Off? With an ROI of $842,000 and an enrollment of almost 36,000 students, it offers its students a collective lifetime return of $30 billion.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Black students are, historically, less likely to be able to afford college and account for a disproportionate number of Pell Grant recipients and student loan borrowers. Young Black students are still most likely to see the value in higher education despite significant hurdles.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Higher education institutions have intricate structures that are inherently difficult to change, and having a framework in place empowers these large institutions to effectively steer through complexities, embrace innovation, and align with shifting educational demands. The results were nothing short of remarkable.

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