IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In Massachusetts , the state-funded Supporting Urgent Community College Equity Through Student Services (SUCCESS) program provides community college students with wraparound services including tutoring, academic advising, financial aid counseling, and career guidance.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

APRIL 23, 2024

In Massachusetts , the state-funded Supporting Urgent Community College Equity Through Student Services (SUCCESS) program provides community college students with wraparound services including tutoring, academic advising, financial aid counseling, and career guidance.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Transparent and Accessible Financial Aid Process: Clear Communication: Provide families with clear and concise information about the financial aid process, including deadlines, required documentation, and eligibility criteria. Key Strategies for Equitable Access and Promoting Diversity 1.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

JANUARY 17, 2025

Break down what financial aid entails: scholarships, need-based grants, payment plans, or tuition discounts. Make the Case Early in the Admissions Process: Financial aid information should be introduced early and often during the admissions process. Providing detailed FAQs can help address common concerns and demystify the process.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 4, 2025

Consent to share data can be granted or withdrawn at any time. By replacing uncertainty with accuracy, complexity with simplicity, and friction with trust, the SSS + TaxStatus integration is poised to help schools make faster, fairer, and more informed aid decisions. Youll have access to all IRS data, Benson explained.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

APRIL 5, 2023

Need-based financial aid, such as grants, is awarded based on an assessment of a family’s income and expenses. Here are the most common types of financial aid: Grants are given to students and families based on financial need. Grant funding comes directly from a school’s budget.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 22, 2024

For Families Schools work hard to help families manage the tuition costs for a student’s education. Many schools offer financial aid workshops to walk families through applying for financial aid, grants, and scholarships. Aid most often takes the form of grants, scholarships, or tuition reductions. What Does Financial Aid Cover?

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NACAC's Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

And crucial conversations about the numerous steps to start college or reenroll—and the importance of a “one-stop” approach to student services—are also taking place. But by doing a bit of internal research first, you’re more likely to hit upon a solution that proves successful for your unique institution and student body.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

OCTOBER 3, 2024

According to the latest data from NAIS , thirty-three percent of students enrolled in boarding schools receive some form of financial aid. Additionally, $33,047 is the average grant of award per individual. The PFS collects essential information about family size, income, and expenses to estimate potential financial aid eligibility.

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Timely MD

MAY 9, 2023

degrees in fields with high demand for skilled workers, such as healthcare, information technology, and manufacturing. Data suggests that nearly 98% of students who complete these degrees find employment in the same field of study as their degree. Fortunately, there are solutions to these challenges.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

DECEMBER 22, 2022

For example, you might ask questions about the following: Net tuition revenue: Once total aid is granted, what will the net tuition revenue be? How much of that will be available for per-student costs? Making a detailed budget helps your school’s leaders work efficiently and make informed decisions. The Details.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Data and Reporting Comprehensive data and reporting can lead to better-informed decisions and therefore, growth for your school. The power of a unified digital campus allows schools to quickly and easily look at data across the student lifecycle.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

AUGUST 11, 2022

We also included some helpful tips for storing and managing student information, which can alleviate stress and save valuable time and money for your school. Ensure your information is accurate and up to date for all existing applications, especially if you previously stored and managed data across different applications.

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School & Student Services by Community Brands

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Fund for Teachers: Teachers can receive grants through Fund for Teachers , allowing them to improve their students’ learning experience. Today, this organization has invested $35 million in grants to teachers. This foundation provides teacher fellowships and grants for schools. Give Real-Time Updates.

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Scholarship America

OCTOBER 27, 2022

In the meantime, if you have income or life changes, here’s Wells Fargo’s guide to updating the information you’re reporting. If your school isn’t one of them, there are still plenty of options out there; check this roundup , Google “food pantries” in your town or connect with your student services office.

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EAB

JUNE 27, 2023

The Initiative, which launched in early 2022 and is made possible by a grant from Bank of America, is designed to help Hispanic adults expand their careers as nurses , nurse educators, and in other health professions. Learn more Check out this podcast to learn more about UCF's work to recruit Hispanic adult learners.

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Scholarship America

MARCH 9, 2023

In the meantime, if you have income or life changes, here’s the Department of Education’s guide to updating the information you’re reporting. If your school isn’t one of them, there are still plenty of options out there; check this roundup , Google “food pantries” in your town or connect with your student services office.

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EAB

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

. --> 0 in 14 high-debt borrowers experienced suicidal ideation due to student loan debt. Source: Student Loan Planner Mental Health Survey 2021) --> Three strategies to enhance student financial wellness and prepare students for loan repayment 1. How well does your institution support returning stop-outs?

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Blackboard Blog

APRIL 27, 2022

Unfortunately, many institutions may face limited capacity in supporting Hispanic students, and these responsibilities may fall to small groups of staff (Sosa-Deeb et al., Tours, informational webinars, and financial aid workshops are each interactions that many families want, and need, to be included in.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Talent management At the peak of the staffing crisis in spring 2022, community colleges were down 14% of their workforce, which caused disruptions to student services, and created burnout across all departments. We’ll share resources to help you identify and sustain your most impactful practices in the upcoming year and beyond.

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Scholarship America

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

College is a big change for anyone, and it’s even more daunting for rural students in large cities; Black students at majority-white colleges; or students from low-income families suddenly in the midst of wealthier peers.

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EAB

MAY 22, 2023

This page provides information on different accelerators. Contact your Edify Strategic Leader or edifypartnersuccess@eab.com for more information. Accelerators Strategic Enrollment Management Student enrollment is practically everyone’s job at an institution. The data can also be used to support funding and grant requests.

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NACAC's Admitted

APRIL 16, 2023

And crucial conversations about the numerous steps to start college or reenroll—and the importance of a “one-stop” approach to student services—are also taking place. But by doing a bit of internal research first, you’re more likely to hit upon a solution that proves successful for your unique institution and student body.

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EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Fostering sense of belonging among Black undergraduate students Melissa McGuire, Ph.D., Scholastica Student Success Improving success for pre-health students Joe Fritsch, Ph.D.,

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COE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

At Southeastern Louisiana University, we run three classic Upward Bound and two Upward Bound Math-Science programs currently and have received Federal TRIO grants since 1987. The increased availability of information and reduced reliance on physical files have streamlined our operations.

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EAB

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

What are some other best practices that you'd like admissions teams to follow when they're reaching out to CBOs and what kind of information do you wish you could get from them to help you do your job well? JW: Because I think that as a CBO, our students, we care about student choice. JW: I guess, absolutely. JW: Yeah, I think.

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Timely MD

MAY 2, 2023

Training staff and faculty on transgender issues Ensuring that staff and faculty are knowledgeable about transgender issues and are equipped to provide support, advocacy, and sexual health education to TGNC students is a critical component of creating an inclusive, supportive, and culturally competent campus environment.

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Timely MD

MAY 1, 2023

5 Address student health and well-being as an entire system State systems of higher education have accelerated their investments in student health and well-being to ensure students at each institution within their system have equitable access to mental health resources.

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IHEP Institute for Higher Education Policy

MARCH 10, 2025

Unlike datasets that only include information on students income level, NPSAS examines how students pay for college. By capturing data on veterans use of resources like advising and student services, NPSAS and BPS insights can inform policies and practices that ensure veterans receive necessary support.

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