FAFSA, Retention and Student financial aid

Fill Graduation Gaps, Transform Higher Ed

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 20, 2023

We have collaborated with the State Board to introduce completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as a graduation requirement, which greatly increases the odds a student will apply to college.

Guided pathways

Guided pathways Financial aid Low income student First generation

Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness

EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

While loan payments will continue to be stalled for students actively enrolled at your institution, there are a number of ways they could negatively impact your students—and your retention rates— today. These concerns could impact retention as current students think critically about taking on more debt.

Student loans

Student loans Community college Students Mental health

The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide

COE

MAY 31, 2024

Wolanin established the program in memory of Dr. Wolanin, who championed student financial aid and college access. Through its numerous membership services, the Council works in conjunction with colleges, universities, and agencies to help low-income students enter college and graduate. COE and the family of Thomas R.

First generation

First generation Grant Education Nontraditional student

Student Success Central

Fill Graduation Gaps, Transform Higher Ed

Your student loan payments are due: 3 strategies to support community college students’ financial wellness

The Council for Opportunity in Education Receives a Major Grant to Extend Opportunities to First-Generation and Low-Income Recent College Graduates Nationwide

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