article thumbnail

6 trends impacting community college enrollment in 2023

EAB

As students cast a wider net when considering their options, it’s critical that community colleges make early, meaningful interactions with students, follow up with inquiries, and create a recruitment communications strategy that will allow them to stand out against the other options the student might be considering.

article thumbnail

How dual enrollment can combat enrollment declines

EAB

Data from EAB student surveys and partner institutions have shown a steady increase in the average number of applications per student from just over six to seven across the pandemic. In addition, more students may be open to nontraditional pathways to access postsecondary knowledge.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Strategic Adaptation in Higher Education: Navigating 2024 and Beyond: Embracing Transformation and Resilience in Higher Education Business Models

The Change Leader, Inc.

For example, according to the College Board, in 2016, 70% of all high school seniors (traditional-age students) went to college. Aligning Education Investment with Employment Outcomes There is a growing expectation among students that their educational investment will lead to better employment outcomes.

article thumbnail

Drive Enrollment Growth with First-Gen Pathways to Success: Changing Higher Education Podcast 167 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Dr. Marielena DeSanctis

The Change Leader, Inc.

For example, most first-gen students don’t know they can petition the academic standards committee for an extenuating circumstance to have an administrative drop from their course when they can. Colleges must also help communicate the ROI for getting a post-secondary degree. They’re the ones who see our students the most.