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    NC College Access: Direct Admissions Boost Enrollment

    NC College Access: Direct Admissions Boost Enrollment

    North Carolina's direct admissions program (NC College Connect) simplifies college applications, boosting enrollment for diverse students and increasing access to higher education within the UNC System.


    UW-Stevens Point & NTC Partnership: Expanding Access

    UW-Stevens Point & NTC Partnership: Expanding Access

    UW-Stevens Point partners with Northcentral Technical College (NTC) in Wausau, aiming to expand degree programs and offer student support. Some UW campuses have shuttered recently, but new collaborations are sought.


    College Enrollment Rises: Spring 2025 Data

    College Enrollment Rises: Spring 2025 Data

    College enrollment increased by 3.2% in Spring 2025. Graduate registration is up, while undergraduate still lags pre-pandemic levels. Biggest gains at trade-focused colleges.


    Public University Funding: Modest Gains, Enrollment Challenges

    Public University Funding: Modest Gains, Enrollment Challenges

    Public university funding saw a slight boost in 2024, but enrollment remains below 2011 levels. Tuition revenue is down, and future gains face demographic challenges, says SHEEO report.