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Report Outlines Steps to Take to Support Students and Those Returning to College

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

According to " From Setback to Success: Meeting Comebacker Students Where They Are " – research done as part of the CaliforniaAttain! The report’s recommendations revolve around themes of flexibility, accommodation, inclusivity, proactiveness, and continuous support.

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Disparities of African American Men and Obtaining a College Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Financial aid and scholarships are available, but often not sufficient to bridge the gap, and the burden of student loans can be a daunting deterrent. Predominantly white institutions (PWIs) may lack the cultural competency and support services needed to address the unique challenges faced by African American students.

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Seal of Excelencia 2024

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In addition to support services that include financial aid and academic advising, an example of supporting Latinx student success is the CSUSB Impact Internship, developed by the university’s Undocumented Student Success Center. Morales, president of CSUSB. In academic year 2021-22, 45.1% They’re on a journey.

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Direct Admissions Helps Raise Applications, But Not Enrollments

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Part of a direct admissions acceptance letter from the College App and George Mason University Direct admissions are an increasingly popular tool for those looking to entice more people to apply to college and to close racial and financial gaps. The researchers observed almost no change in the enrollment rates for students of any category.

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Top Questions to Ask a College Admissions Counselor

Great College Advice

Researching colleges and universities can be very overwhelming. Find out how easy or difficult it is to access these services, and how robust the services are. What percentage of students who don’t qualify for need-based financial aid receive merit-based financial aid?

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Promoting Higher Education for Native Americans in Minnesota

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

While there are FAFSA webinars available, I believe community and family focused FAFSA and financial aid workshops in tribal communities might be an effective way to promote college going overall among indigenous students.” A vital component is developing culturally reflective support services. “In

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2023 Seal of Excelencia

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Financial aid, retention, and faculty/staff representation are part of the Seal,” says Dr. Deborah Santiago, co-founder and CEO of Excelencia in Education, who says she is delighted to see institutions with intentional practices actively working toward increasing Latino representation in key positions.