Perspectives
Answering the Retention Question
Research confirms that meeting the basic needs of students helps students get to the finish line.
Report highlights different ways community colleges help first-year students
New report highlights the different methods and ways community colleges offer first-year experience programs to students.
New report encourages use of multiple measurements for student placement
Going beyond placement exams allows more community college students to take and pass gateway math and English courses, but some worry about students who need remediation.
Higher Education Leaders Propose New Policy Recommendations for Access, Affordability, Transparency, and Accountability
The Higher Education Committee of 50 (Forward50) propose innovative ideas for reauthorization of the Higher Education Act (HEA) and seek public comment by Friday, September 28th.
Promising Community College Practices for Student Parent Success
More than 2 million community college students in the United States are parents of children under 18. Student parents benefit from large earnings gains once earning their degree; community colleges can support their graduation by providing services to help balance family and school responsibilities.
Community College Students Who Work
Most community college students work either part- or full-time while enrolled. Working while enrolled can help students gain valuable experience but can also be a barrier to college completion.
