College graduates are often in the dark when it comes to hiring practices and salaries.
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A new study finds that hiring practices, not a bachelor’s degree, may be the ‘great equalizer’ of opportunity for some soon-to-be grads.
Research shows that at least 17% of the population experiences high levels of math anxiety.
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College students can benefit from not taking math courses in their freshman year, new research shows.
‘Affinity’ graduations for certain groups take place on campuses throughout the U.S.
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‘Affinity’ graduations have drawn the scorn of some conservatives, but research suggests they serve a vital function for students of color.
Nearly half of all full-time college students also work.
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Taking a job while in college may put graduation out of reach for some students.
Employees are more likely to put in long hours when they’re passionate about their work.
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A sociologist took a critical look at the cherished career advice to ‘follow your passion.’ What she found is that this advice often brings unintended consequences.
Six out of 10 community college students do not earn a degree.
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Community college students reveal some of the top reasons why they leave school without a degree.
Students hug after a ceremony at Tufts University May 3. The ceremony celebrated 58 students who are the first in their family to receive a college degree.
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At a special commencement ceremony for first-generation college graduates, a dean gave a speech made up of nothing but questions.
Group project experience doesn’t automatically translate to competence at collaboration.
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From the biggest ‘wicked’ problems on down, finding solutions to challenges depends on working together collaboratively. Students think they’re good at this, but they aren’t. Here’s what could help.
First-generation college students face uneven prospects well after college.
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First-generation college students earn substantially less than their peers whose parents went to college, new research shows.
Just under half of all Pell Grant recipients graduate on time, new data show.
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New data show that less than half of all Pell Grant recipients graduate on time – a reality that one scholar attributes to the unique barriers faced by low-income students.
Can campus-based support programs boost to graduation rates for former foster youth?
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A professor of social work who grew up in foster care shines light on programs meant to help former foster youth make it through college.
To which cities are young graduates headed?
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A changing world has affected educated workers decisions about where they want to live and work. What are the choices millennials are making?
How can you make smart choices?
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Hillary Clinton recently announced a US$350 billion plan to make college free. But what students need for now is information that can help them make sound decisions about their college investment.
Will college pay off?
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Should you pursue the major that you have a passion for, or one that is considered “hot” for getting a job with a high salary?
Between now and college years, there are many steps that you can take as a parent.
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Young adults can be easily derailed. Close to 60% students take six years to finish their four-year undergraduate program. How can you help?