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New Report Shows Pandemic Negatively Impacted “Gen P’s” Interest in College

EAB

It’s no secret that the pandemic has taken a toll on student mental health and academic preparedness,” said EAB President, Enroll360, Hope Krutz. More than one in five (22 percent) have decided to opt out because they are not mentally ready, a sharp increase from pre-pandemic levels (14 percent in 2019).

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Are you prepared to recruit ‘Gen P’?

EAB

As illustrated in the chart below, 67% of participants in our 2019 survey had started researching colleges by the end of their sophomore year. Be sure to highlight features that most interest families, including information on job placement, internships, and career services.

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Is Your Institution ‘Gen P’ Ready?

EAB

Focused on Mental Health While student mental health concerns have been growing for years, they have been significantly exacerbated by the stressors of the pandemic. Mental health concerns now beat academic and financial concerns in drivers of why students are considering leaving college.

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Survey Examines College Enrollment Amid Post Pandemic Decline

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

A new study by EAB highlights a trend among students who feel unsure about their commitment to college due to growing concerns about affordability, academic success, and mental health preparedness. These students started their high school career during the COVID 19 pandemic and are currently making the transition into adulthood.