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Our latest issue brief discusses how to make #DualEnrollment courses accessible to more students, drawing insights from a cohort of 12 American Talent Initiative colleges and universities working to leverage digital innovation for equity and excellence in #admissions. sr.ithaka.org/publications/l…

First-generation students are 71% more likely to leave college in their first year and more than half as likely to complete their degrees in four years. Read our evaluation of the Kessler Scholars Collaborative and its impact on #firstgen students: sr.ithaka.org/publications/e…

In partnership with American Talent Initiative, the Kessler Scholars Collaborative is a four-year, cohort-based program that is dedicated to fostering #FirstGeneration student success. Learn more about the program: kesslerscholars.org

🎓 Out of 61,000 Meredith Turner grads in 2024, nearly a third started at community colleges. UC transfer students: - 45% are first-gen college grads - 29% are low-income - 35% learned English as a 2nd language 🔗 universityofcalifornia.edu/news/transfer-…

In 🇺🇸 nearly 50% of college enrollees are #FirstGen students & only 27% earn a bachelor's in 4 yrs. The Kessler Scholars Collaborative is a cohort-based program dedicated to fostering #FirstGen student success Learn more📖shorturl.at/2V61i

Employers need skills that liberal arts edu provides. ATI member Allegheny College President Ron Cole explains how closing the disconnect between #HigherEd & industry requires relationship-building, challenging assumptions & open collaboration. 📰 Full op-ed: shorturl.at/zM0kU

College presidents face more pressure than ever—from COVID-19 to political polarization. How can they lead effectively and boost student success? In his latest blog, Joshua Wyner shares why prioritization is key to impactful leadership in higher ed: highered.aspeninstitute.org/idea/charting-…

📢 ICYMI: Georgetown CEW's new report shows the value of a college degree in securing a good job with a living wage. By 2031, the largest number of good jobs--over 58 million--will require a bachelor’s degree. Read the full report here: cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/go…

Last fall, families were promised a streamlined federal student aid application: the Better FAFSA. The results were not as promised. Nick Watson from our education team & Tania LaViolet from College Excellence Program write how American Talent Initiative could inspire a solution. bloombg.org/3MbVufh

We’re excited to be one of 16 colleges awarded the new American Talent Initiative grant to increase college access for low-income students. We will partner with Penn Highlands CC to support community college transfer students. Thanks to Bloomberg Philanthropies for supporting this important work!

📢 Excited to announce ATI has awarded $5M to 16 #ATIMembers to advance innovative practices around #TransferPathways, #DualEnrollment & early outreach. In partnership w/ College Excellence Program @ithakaSR & funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies Learn more ⬇️ ow.ly/OIZk50TL39O #HigherEd

🎓 Reflecting on a transformative 2024 with American Talent Initiative: This year, ATI schools enrolled 8,163 more low-income students! Grateful for Bloomberg Philanthropies’s support driving equitable student success. Learn more: americantalentinitiative.org Ithaka S+R

A great opportunity for someone who wants practical experience while considering grad school, etc. You'll work alongside top-notch researchers like Jordan Matsudaira Stephanie Riegg Cellini toward Postsecondary Education& Economics Research Center's important mission of connecting research & #highered policy! american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AU/job/R…

Only 16% of #Comm_College students aiming for a BA earn one within 6 years. Supported by Ascendium's Education Philanthropy, College Excellence Program & AASCU announce the #TransferIntensive Cohort 4—a powerful collaboration to drive better #transfer outcomes and boost BA attainment. 🔗 ow.ly/5Ig450UQzAQ

ATI is committed to ensuring talented students from all income levels can access high-performing schools. We👏 #ATIMember Harvard University for offering free tuition to families earning up to $200K—removing financial barriers making a Harvard degree more accessible nytimes.com/2025/03/17/us/…

It’s the #FirstDayOfSpring (also known as the #SpringEquinox)! We hope students, teachers, parents, & school communities enjoy the warmer weather & bright days as we finish out the school year strong.

Universities must move past rankings & prioritize supporting talented low-income students. Proud to see Bloomberg Philanthropies’s American Talent Initiative mentioned alongside Harvard University & TheGatesScholarship in advocating for greater Pell enrollment & access 🔗 as.pn/4jxmnJO

📢 Exciting news! The Maryland Transfer Intensive launches to boost transfer success & bachelor’s attainment for community college students. 25 institutions, in partnership with MHEC, are working to create affordable, barrier-free pathways. Learn more: as.pn/mdtransferinte…