Transfer students continue to graduate at lower rates than their peers, held back by a system that makes it far too difficult to carry credits across institutions.
A growing skills gap for automation technicians has promoted one regional community college to develop programs that prepare students for these challenging and well-paying careers.
College enrollment has rebounded, driven largely by gains at community colleges and career and technical programs. But many of these students face greater financial strain, with higher need, limited aid and reduced access to safety net programs like SNAP.
DePaul University will cut spending after a 30% drop in international enrollment this fall, its president told faculty. The decline comes as U.S. colleges face the impact of shifting federal education and immigration policies.
By demonstrating clear, tangible pathways from education to employment, institutions don't just prepare students for a first job—they prove the enduring value of a degree.
Just because adult learners may be juggling full-time jobs, parenting, or military service doesn't mean they would not benefit from peer-to-peer support.
The Department of Education implores these universities to return to standardized testing, limit international students and freeze tuition for five years.
