ERIC Number: ED612585
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2021-Mar-24
Pages: 4
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State Strategies to Re-Engage Students with Some College and No Degree
National Governors Association
At least 36 million adults in the United States have earned some postsecondary education credit without obtaining a credential. Research suggests these adults, are often referred to as those with some college, but no degree, are well worth the investments needed to help them return and complete their education. Adults in this population frequently indicate their desire to finish what they started but often need proactive support structures and services to help them overcome challenges. The most effective approach to supporting students with some college, but no degree, is to pursue a collection of policies that together ensure this population is both aware of postsecondary opportunities that meet their needs and that they have the resources and supports to successfully overcome barriers to reenrolling and persisting. This brief focuses on actions states and/or state higher education systems can take to help this population reenroll and persist in completing a postsecondary credential. The examples included in this brief are representative of the types of strategies being explored by states to reengage and support this potential student group.
Descriptors: College Credits, Access to Education, Barriers, Higher Education, Reentry Students, Postsecondary Education, State Programs, Adult Students, Student Financial Aid, Paying for College, Graduation, Student Needs, Social Services, Academic Advising, Academic Support Services, Student Personnel Services
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Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Adult Education
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: National Governors Association
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