For years, the focus has been simple: Are students completing the FAFSA? But today, that question falls short. Even when students begin the process, many never make it to enrollment. And the breakdown isn’t happening…
Today’s priorities extend beyond enrollment growth to include credential completion, workforce alignment, adult learner re-engagement and return on investment. States and systems are increasingly measuring institutional success by how effectively colleges move students already in…
Open enrollment. Public access. Labs and clinics. Evening and weekend programs. Community events. Multiple entry points. Minimal centralized control. These features are central to the community college mission. Yet many institutions still rely on emergency…
For many students, being admitted to college feels like the hard part is over. The acceptance letter arrives, the excitement builds and families start to picture the future ahead. Yet for thousands each year, that…
Across the country, colleges and universities face a growing, but often unseen, financial crisis: unpaid student balances that quietly erode retention, revenue and trust. What begins as a missed payment can quickly become a registration…
We’ve all seen the same letter repeated a thousand times: “We have recently experienced a sophisticated cyberattack performed by highly skilled threat actors. There is no evidence that your data has been misused. We take…
New data show repayment distress is surging. Institutions that act early can turn a liability into a long-term success strategy. Repayment has returned, and community colleges are feeling the impact. As of mid-2025, more than…
The American Dream has always rested on a simple promise: if you work hard, you can build a better life. But research from Raj Chetty and Opportunity Insights shows that promise is fading. Whereas children…
Repayment is real – yet many student loan borrowers aren’t making a move. As of fall 2024, more than 20 million borrowers entered active repayment, and the results point to a challenging landscape. According to…
Community college students face a maze of high-stakes decisions — applying for aid, selecting courses, managing work schedules, and taking on loans. Yet many of these choices are made quickly, emotionally, and sometimes without fully…