A breakdown in student demographics illustrates that the popularity of earning a certificate for first-time credential earners isn't tied to one gender or ethnicity, according to the latest report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
New America's "Varying Degrees 2023" survey found that 70% of Americans believe higher education will improve one's financial stability, but only 59% disagree that the state of higher ed is fine as it is.
The yearly rate of students considering withdrawing continues to climb, with emotional stress the main culprit. Those who fare best: students who report supportive faculty and peers as well as access to adequate campus resources.
