Why part-time student success may be the key to education equity
Nearly half of part-time community college students believe they’ll graduate within two years, according to the Center for Community College Student Engagement. In reality, fewer than 8% will graduate in four years, according to Complete College America, twice as long as predicted. Why do so many students have such an unrealistic expectation of time to…
3 things teen parents need campus leaders to know
Student-parents already have an uphill battle to graduation. But if you have a child before you turn 20, it can feel like the end of your education. At least 29% of teen mothers attempts one year’s worth of college credits, but only 2% will have earned a college degree by the time they’re 30. When…
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As the second line appeared on the pregnancy test, I felt my dreams of college washing away with the tears that streamed down my face. I was 16—a junior in high school and had just ordered my class ring. Prom was behind me and I had been preparing to apply early-admission to my top college…
How to recruit and retain six student populations
Last week at the kickoff of our annual Community College Executive Forum meeting series, we brought 20 community college presidents together to consider the future of community college enrollment and student retention. Community college leaders are confronting a stark challenge: Declines in public funding and increased competition across higher ed have resulted in a roughly…
Why Tom Sugar, co-founder of Complete College America, joined EAB
About two months ago, Tom Sugar joined EAB as vice president of partnerships. To learn a little bit more about the man behind Complete College America (CCA) and his decision to join our team, I sat down with Tom for a brief Q&A. Q: Tom, for anyone that isn’t familiar, can you tell us a…
Beyond access: How to deliver on your college's promise program
When I was in grade school, no promise held as much weight as a pinky promise. It was a sign of determination to fulfill whatever pledge passed through my lips. Delivering on a promise is no less important as an adult. And while I am not aware of any legislators or funders who have threatened…
Why part-time student success may be the key to education equity
Nearly half of part-time community college students believe they’ll graduate within two years, according to the Center for Community College Student Engagement. In reality, fewer than 8% will graduate in four years, according to Complete College America, twice as long as predicted. Why do so many students have such an unrealistic expectation of time to…