The parking lot of UC Riverside is filled with the cars of students who commute. Credit: Omisha Sangani As we enter another year of delays and confusion surrounding FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, it is crucial to revisit the challenging financial situation many college students face today. In addition to tuition, students … Read more
An international student guidebook can be a valuable resource to help address the concerns that new students may face as they transition to the U.S. and their institution. Starting college can be a challenging experience for many students, especially for those who come from different countries to study. International students often encounter cultural and social … Read more
A student is working on completing her college applications as the deadlines for fall 2025 admissions approach. The applications for California’s two public university systems, the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU), are now open, offering students a choice of 32 campuses. In addition to these options, there are over a hundred … Read more
Dual enrollment has seen a significant increase in recent years. In the 2022-23 school year, nearly 2.5 million high school students were taking college classes, earning both high school and college credits simultaneously. This number has grown from 1.5 million students in the fall of 2021 and around 300,000 students in the early 2000s. The … Read more
A new study conducted by ACT has revealed significant changes in how high school grade point average (HSGPA) and ACT Composite scores predict first-year college performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research shows that while the predictive power of HSGPA has decreased since 2020, ACT Composite scores remain a reliable indicator of students’ early college … Read more
Three important state bond issues will be on the ballot this November in California, New Mexico, and Rhode Island, potentially providing more resources to higher education institutions. In Utah, voters will also decide on a ballot question aimed at increasing funding for colleges without adding to the state’s debt. The allocation and use of funding … Read more
Matthew Garrett, a former professor at Bakersfield College, recently reached a settlement in a lawsuit with his former employer. The settlement, which includes a $2.4 million payment from the Kern Community College District, also resulted in Garrett’s resignation. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, alleged that the … Read more
Compared to students at four-year colleges and universities, community college students are less likely to participate in an internship or similar experiential learning opportunity. Despite the well-known impact of internships on student career preparation and future employment, community college students are less likely to participate in experiential learning. A September policy brief from the left-leaning … Read more
In the first survey of undergraduate student success administrators by Inside Higher Ed, leaders generally rate the educational quality and campus climate at their institutions highly. Most administrators, primarily in student affairs at the director level or above, also approve of efforts to promote student health and wellness and prepare students for life after college. … Read more
Madera Community College is located in the rural Central Valley, with Fresno State being the closest four-year public university approximately 22 miles away. The proximity of community colleges to four-year universities plays a significant role in the transfer rates of students. A recent study by the RP Group, a nonprofit organization conducting research for California’s … Read more