Texas community colleges showing small signs of recovery after enrollment decline, report finds
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Texas community colleges are showing signs of recovery after years of declining enrollment, according to a recent report. While high school graduation rates have increased, many graduates have chosen to enter the workforce or attend out-of-state colleges. Currently, around 700,000 students are enrolled in community colleges, down from 750,000 fifteen years ago. To address this, colleges have expanded dual credit programs and short-term credential offerings. The report highlights improved student outcomes despite skepticism about higher education’s value among younger Americans. Changes in funding models in 2023 aim to support colleges based on student success rather than enrollment numbers.
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