Forgotten Learners: Not All Transfer Students Are the Same
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Earlier this year, a report from the National Student Clearinghouse brought some welcome news following years of declines in college transfer. The data showed that, of the 11.7 million undergraduate students enrolled in college last fall, 1.2 million had transferred within the past three years, a more than 5% gain from the previous year. The findings were rightfully celebrated for showing a rise in learners — including those from middle- and low-income backgrounds — moving from community colleges to four-year institutions.
Originally published: July 11, 2024
Author: Yolanda Watson Spiva
Position: President
Institution: Complete College America
Published by: Diverse Issues in Higher Education