Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 29, 2024

The graduation rate for URM at four-year public institutions (4YP) increased 9 percentage points from 2016-17 to 2022-23, and the graduation rate for low-income students increased 10 percentage points in that time period. Funding for low-income students in Kentucky’s performance funding model has increased.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

APRIL 6, 2023

On Wednesday, Alabama A&M University, the largest HBCU in the state, launched an effort to tackle the problem: AAMUTeach, a program allowing STEM majors to get a secondary school teaching certification while earning a bachelor’s, without any additional time or cost.

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Scholarship America

JULY 14, 2023

If college were accessible and affordable, students with high financial need would have a better chance to break the cycle of generational poverty; instead, the struggle to pay for higher education can leave them in dire financial straits. Scholarships can help fill that gap. Here’s how, and why, that effort is so crucial.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

As minoritized individuals and scholars, we must set the record straight on several real ‘issues/problems’ confronting students of color. This is necessary but must include intentional and proactive scholarship and resources on racial identity development. Gifted and talented under-referrals and underrepresentation. Dr. Donna Y.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

MAY 10, 2023

Teik Lim “My family did not have much money, but with the help of a generous undergraduate scholarship from Michigan Tech, I was able to support myself through college and become the first member of my family to earn a college degree,” said Lim. That began my pathway forward and my love of engineering.” After receiving his B.S.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Established 53 years ago and built on principles of social justice, AAP’s mission is to create and administer innovative academic programs for students historically underrepresented in higher education. Claudia Salcedo, who adds that administrators can sometimes be perceived as separate from the students they serve.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, partners with over 62 high schools across the state, facilitating college access for Latino, rural, and other marginalized communities. It enrolls roughly 43% first-generation Latino students. These data-driven decisions allow us to refine efforts to better serve our student population.”

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The transfer rate is 85% for students within three years of admission to EPW. There is a dual admission program with the Armour College of Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), which provides scholarships. exist in California and Texas, according to the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities.

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NACAC's Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The data below highlight disparities in institutional merit (academic and other non-need-based scholarships) and need-based grant awards. [1] 1] This preliminary analysis is part of a forthcoming study using the recently released 2019-2020 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS:20).

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Without accurate information, many students apply ( or even commit ) to a college or university without complete information on how much it will cost them to attend. The grant guarantees up to $2,000 a year for four years, but also provides a one-time $7,300 subsidy for housing costs for only the student’s first year.

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Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

November is National Scholarship Month —and that makes it a perfect time to apply for prestigious, generous scholarships like those from our featured partners! are invited to apply for up to $20,000 from the Equitable Excellence Scholarship; and students living with inflammatory disease can earn up to $15,000 from AbbVie.

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Student Research Foundation

DECEMBER 15, 2022

No matter the scholarships or loans you will apply for, you will almost certainly have to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form online. College financial aid officers will probably recommend different sources of assistance that have proved helpful to students who attend their schools.

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IEFA

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A treasure trove of computing scholarships awaits you, designed to support ambitious students like you in pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the process of discovering, applying for and securing these scholarships, helping you achieve your academic and career goals.

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NACAC's Admitted

JULY 22, 2024

Baker Colleges and universities nationwide turned to test-optional admission policies during the COVID-19 pandemic. We defined selective colleges and universities as those that admitted fewer than half of applicants over three consecutive years, on average. By Kelly Rosinger and Dominique J.

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Student Loan Hero

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

You might not get merit-based scholarships. You might still be waiting to hear from scholarship organizations. You might not get merit-based scholarships If you have your heart set on a particular school, applying early decision is one way to show enthusiasm. You can’t compare financial aid packages. Is early decision worth it?

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COE

APRIL 7, 2023

The grant will fund research to develop an evidence-based theoretical model for sustainable, equitable career pathways within colleges and universities that house TRIO programs, specifically Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC), Student Support Services (SSS), and the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program.

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Close the Gap Foundation

AUGUST 6, 2024

Program Director Anwar Dhanani underscores the significance of cultivating meaningful mentor-student relationships and nurturing a vibrant, supportive community. Additionally, to support each Fellow, we've awarded $35,000 in scholarships and refurbished MacBook laptops.

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Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

According to the latest data from the National Student Clearinghouse, “Undergraduate enrollment continued to shrink this fall but the decline has slowed to nearly pre-pandemic rates.” Community college enrollment was nearly steady year-over-year, and, despite the overall decline, some universities are even reporting record class sizes.

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Close the Gap Foundation

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This grant enables us to expand our reach and provide even more students with the transformative opportunities they deserve. Close the Gap is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in the SF Bay Area, California, dedicated to equipping first-gen, low-income students to attain their fullest potential.

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Student Research Foundation

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lawrence University, St. Students Who Want to Attend State Schools, but who Lack the Financial Resources A growing number of state universities are offering direct admission to students who have previously studied at community colleges in the states where they reside. and that’s not the complete list! Just one example?

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Close the Gap Foundation

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Triple the number of students were accepted from a pool of over 100, and triple the mentors and care were invested to match this exponentially larger cohort of FGLI students. Perhaps most notably, a $15,000 partnership with DoorDash allowed all 30 of this year’s Pitch Day presenters to receive a minimum $300 scholarship.

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Close the Gap Foundation

AUGUST 24, 2023

The team at Close the Gap (CtG), spoke with the many  talented fellows and mentors about their experience with the Close the Gap Social Impact Fellowship program, as well as their support for the first generation, low income (FGLI) community. She loves animals and is passionate about helping her community.

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The University Innovation Alliance

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Four new universities joined the UIA, bringing fresh energy and ideas. We raised $5 million for cutting-edge collaborative innovation projects, and we welcomed new colleagues and partners to the digital ecosystem of our University Innovation Lab. In 2022, we reemerged from the challenges of COVID.

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EAB

JULY 17, 2023

Visa process, international students may not actually have the necessary paperwork to arrive when planned, despite their enrollment or deposit activity. As for students who didn’t file their FAFSA, many of these students may be first-generation or low-income students who need more support to make it to the first day of classes.

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COE

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Although she graduated at the top of her high school class, like many of our own TRIO students emerging from under-resourced high schools, she found herself woefully unprepared for the rigors of college. She persevered and ultimately, she earned her associate’s degree from Quinnipiac College (now Quinnipiac University).

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College Planners of America

MARCH 26, 2024

News 2024 Best Colleges rankings) relative to the average discounted tuition paid by 2022-23 full-time undergraduates after receiving need-based scholarships and grants. The percentage of all full-time 2022-23 academic year undergraduates receiving need-based scholarships or grants. Weight = 50%. Weight = 20% 3. Weight = 20% 4.

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College Planners of America

MARCH 26, 2024

News 2024 Best Colleges rankings) relative to the average discounted tuition paid by 2022-23 full-time undergraduates after receiving need-based scholarships and grants. The percentage of all full-time 2022-23 academic year undergraduates receiving need-based scholarships or grants. Weight = 50%. Weight = 20% 3. Weight = 20% 4.

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Close the Gap Foundation

MARCH 15, 2022

This shift to remote learning puts low income individuals at a disadvantage, with many having little to no access to reliable devices or high-speed internet. According to the study, of students aged three to 13 years old and with incomes below the national median of $75,000 a year, one in eight do not have a computer at home.

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The University Innovation Alliance

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Four new universities joined the UIA, bringing fresh energy and ideas. We raised $5 million for cutting-edge collaborative innovation projects, and we welcomed new colleagues and partners to the digital ecosystem of our University Innovation Lab. In 2022, we reemerged from the challenges of COVID.

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Close the Gap Foundation

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Entering the World of Mentorship After completing university and starting my career, I felt a sense of hubris with my corporate job. Furthermore, when mentoring an FGLI (First-Generation Low-Income) student, it is crucial to hear where they are coming from.

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Student Research Foundation

AUGUST 7, 2024

Instead, colleges and universities are looking for an overall sense of who a student is and how they will contribute to the school’s community. For instance, students applying via the QuestBridge National Match Program , a scholarship program for first-generation and low-income students, will have to apply by September 26.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JULY 15, 2024

Brooks, a professor at New York University Law School, Kyle Rozema, a professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, and Sarath Sanga, a professor at Yale Law School, released a study that examined the law school enrollment impact of statewide bans on the use of race in admissions. In April 2024, researchers Richard R.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

JANUARY 17, 2024

Efforts by the Biden administration to pass a rule on student loan forgiveness was a major story from 2023 that will again be front and center in the new year. Smith University — an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) in North Carolina — concurs that student debt and loan forgiveness will be big stories.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

AUGUST 17, 2023

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are safe spaces for personal development. Attending HBCUs provide intentional, intrusive, and focused resources dedicated to its students’ academic success and mental well-being.

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