A recent report released by the United Negro College Fund examines enrollment and graduate outcomes at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). According to the report, HBCUs make up only 3 percent of all postsecondary institutions and 8.5 percent of the nation’s four-year institutions, but graduate about one-third of all Black STEM degree seekers and one-quarter of Black bachelor’s degree seekers overall.
Author: Laurie Arnston
Erasing the Community College Stigma
ACE’s Jon Turk argues that community colleges are the solution to many of the challenges we face around higher education affordability, access, and success. But how do we convince students and families of their value?
Digital Tool Examines State Financial Aid Programs Across the Nation
The Education Commission of the States recently published a resource tool that examines the two largest financial aid programs offered in each state.
Reports Look at the Growth of Liberal Arts at Community Colleges
Report Looks at Who Defaults on Student Loans and Why
A new report released by The Institute for College Access & Success (TICAS) discusses overall student loan delinquency and default rates, and which students are more likely to struggle with loan repayment.
Resources for K-12 Leaders to Improve College and Career Readiness for Underserved Students
The Education Trust-West recently released a compilation of resources to support the college and career readiness of underserved K-12 students.
CUPA-HR Reports Status of Staff Employment and Wages in Higher Education
The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) recently released this year’s edition of their Staff in Higher Education Annual Report.
Federal Research Funding for Colleges and Universities: The Role of Indirect Costs
To help you talk about the importance of funding indirect research costs with your members of Congress and campus community, this short video charts the relationship between colleges and universities and federal research agencies and the very necessary expenses that often fall under the “indirect cost” umbrella.
Study Finds a College Degree Remains a Solid Investment
A new study from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that individuals who earn a bachelor’s degrees tend to earn a substantial wage premium in the labor market over those with just a high school diploma, concluding there is no doubt about the value of a college education.
George Mason’s New Digital Technology Certification Is Preparing Today’s Grads for Tomorrow’s Economy
The new digital technology credit at George Mason University, designed with detailed guidance from several major business in the Washington area, helps ensure that graduates will have skills and extensive knowledge in fields like statistics, data visualization, and cybersecurity.
New Report: Declining International Student Enrollment and Its Impact on the Nation
A recent report from NAFSA: Association of International Educators highlights the decline in international student enrollment and how continued declines can impact the economy and foreign relations.
Minority Serving Institutions and STEM: Acting Intentionally, Increasing Effectiveness
ACE Vice President Lorelle L. Espinosa, who co-chaired the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s committee on Minority Serving Institutions, writes that the most successful STEM programs are multidimensional and intentional, addressing the academic, financial, and social aspects of the student experience.