Topic: Pathways to College & Careers

A Relatively Unknown Program Could Help Over 1 Million Texans Build Self-Sustaining Careers

Nearly 100 leaders from across the state gathered to learn more about an innovative opportunity to help more Texans find pathways out of poverty

Debt Without a Degree: The Coming College Completion Crisis

article-cropped May 19, 2025 by Iyana Moore

As this administration pulls back financial aid support, millions of college students are unable to finish their degree

How One Texas College Uses Effective Data-Driven Strategies to Support Student-Parents

article-cropped March 27, 2025 by Andrea Thurston, Sabreyna Reese

Student-parents have complicated lives. The College of Health Care Professions is meeting them where they are

Community College Students Take to the Capitol

article-cropped February 21, 2025 by EdTrust-Texas

On February 3rd, more than 800 students from across Texas gathered for Community College Day

Texas Community College Student Advisory Council Members Take the Stage at Higher EDge 2024

article-cropped January 24, 2025 by EdTrust-Texas

Current and former community college students from the SAC delegation shared their higher ed perspectives and experiences with state leaders at a recent conference in Austin.

Getting To & Through College: Jose Gonzalez

article-cropped January 22, 2025 by Gabriela Montell

Jose Gonzalez, a first-generation student who started at a community college and successfully transferred to a four-year university, recounts his journey.

Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Programs: A 50-State Scan

January 10, 2025 by Nathan Kriha, Sarah Westphal, Jonathan Feinstein, Erin Mote

Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Programs let candidates earn a salary, train with a mentor & work toward teaching licensure

What Community College Transfer Students Need to Succeed

article-cropped January 08, 2025 by Nolvia Delgado

Connecting community college students to resources and support early on is crucial for helping them successfully transition to a four-year university, says the head of the Kaplan Educational Foundation.

Understanding the Full Cost of Short-Term Credentials

files November 19, 2024 by Jinann Bitar, Sandra Perez, Sabreyna Reese, Mia Elliott

Interest in short-term credentials is surging but their value is mixed. More research is needed to assess their effectiveness.