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Taylor, Jason L.; Klein-Collins, Rebecca; Kauppila, Sheena A.; Hudson, Sean – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2022
As the economy struggles to recover amidst ongoing uncertainty, adults across the country could benefit from earning a degree and opening the door to new careers. Colleges and universities recognize the importance--but also the challenge--of getting "some college no degree" (SCND) students back on track and supporting them, along with…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Stopouts, Reentry Students, Academic Records
Rubin, Paul G.; Kauppila, Sheena A.; Taylor, Jason L.; Stovall, Karen L.; Davis, Leanne – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2021
Located in Redding, California, Shasta College is an inspiring example of why serving students with "some college, but no degree" is critical to supporting the local community. Most residents in the area, which is one of the state's northernmost counties, live and work in the immediate area and serve the community through local…
Descriptors: Stopouts, Reentry Students, Higher Education, Educational Attainment
Peters, Eleanor Eckerson; Roberson, Amanda Janice; Voight, Mamie – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2019
This report shares the perspectives and aspirations of 17 low-income and working-class students based on interviews the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) conducted over two semesters of their college journeys. The report identifies opportunities for policymakers and institutional leaders to support all students through completion,…
Descriptors: College Students, Paying for College, Tuition, Student Loan Programs
Poutré, Alan; Voight, Mamie – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2018
The notion of free college is appealing to students and families, particularly those who struggle to manage climbing college prices. The promise of "free" can encourage low-income or first-generation students to enroll in college when the fear of high prices may deter them otherwise. But what does "free" actually mean? Who…
Descriptors: Low Income Students, College Students, Scholarships, Ability
Poutre, Alain; Voight, Mamie – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2018
Launched in 2017, New York's Excelsior Scholarship makes the state's public colleges tuition-free for low- and middle-income state residents who meet several conditions. The program, championed by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, is billed as a middle-class program that aims to make City University of New York (CUNY) and State University of New…
Descriptors: Ability, Paying for College, Scholarships, Low Income Students
Wheatle, Katherine; Taylor, Jason; Bragg, Debra; Ajinkya, Julie – Institute for Higher Education Policy, 2017
Each year millions of Americans make the decision to pursue a college education to improve their skill sets, boost their earning potential and transform their life circumstances. Yet almost 1 in 5 students leaves empty-handed after investing precious time and valuable resources. And many who amass student loan debt are crippled by the burden of…
Descriptors: College Students, Community Colleges, Time to Degree, College Graduates
West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, 2018
West Virginia Code §18B-1D-8 statutorily mandates the West Virginia Higher Education Report Card. This annual accountability report provides year-end higher education statistics for both of the state's higher education systems, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) and West Virginia Council for Community and Technical…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Accountability, Community Colleges, Two Year College Students
West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, 2017
West Virginia Code §18B-1D-8 statutorily mandates the West Virginia Higher Education Report Card. This annual accountability report provides year-end higher education statistics for both of the state's higher education systems, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) and West Virginia Council for Community and Technical…
Descriptors: Higher Education, High School Graduates, Student Financial Aid, Public Colleges
West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, 2016
West Virginia Code §18B-1D-8 statutorily mandates the West Virginia Higher Education Report Card (Report Card). This annual accountability report provides year-end higher education statistics for both of the state's higher education systems, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) and West Virginia Council for Community…
Descriptors: Higher Education, High School Graduates, Student Financial Aid, Public Colleges
West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, 2015
West Virginia Code §18B-1D-8 statutorily mandates the West Virginia Higher Education Report Card. This annual accountability report provides year-end higher education statistics for both of the state's higher education systems, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) and West Virginia Council for Community and Technical…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Community Colleges, Access to Education, Accountability
West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission, 2014
West Virginia Code §18B-1D-8 statutorily mandates the "West Virginia Higher Education Report Card." This annual accountability report provides year-end higher education statistics for both of the state's higher education systems, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) and West Virginia Council for Community and…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Community Colleges, Economic Development, Access to Education