Research
Community College Graduates and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Community college graduates earn more, have more stable jobs, work in sectors and firms less susceptible to disruptions from COVID-19, and, notably, are able to mitigate the direct effects of the virus.
National Study Profiles Noncredit Workforce Programs at Community Colleges
Early results of an ongoing national community college study paint a picture of workforce programs at 127 colleges nationwide. The sponsors encourage more colleges to participate to provide a more comprehensive view.
Reskilling for the Pandemic Recession and Recovery
ACCT’s newly released report examines how community colleges are adapting to prepare students for career changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
What community colleges can teach higher ed about supporting students during and beyond the pandemic (opinion)
Xueli Wang shares research that can inform all higher education institutions on critical ways to support students in the coming semesters and beyond.
Study Finds Connection Between Public Community College Promise Programs and Enrollment Increases
A new study funded by the American Educational Research Association (AERA) found a correlation between public community college promise programs and an increase in enrollment among female and underrepresented students.
How colleges can make prior learning assessment more equitable
One in 10 students got credit for work experience, with low rates among Black, low-income and community college students, a recent study found.
