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Newsom signs laws capping community college bachelor's degrees at 12 per district
education22 days ago

Newsom signs laws capping community college bachelor's degrees at 12 per district

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills establishing a new framework for community colleges to offer bachelor's degrees. The laws allow districts to add 2 to 12 new programs annually starting in 2028, based on student success metrics and regional workforce needs. While the legislation resolves long-standing disputes with the California State University, it has drawn criticism from community college leaders who argue the new caps and tiered system create unnecessary barriers for low-income students and rural districts.

via CalMatters|
#ab-2694#california-higher-education#community-colleges
California lawmakers boost education funding in budget ahead of talks with Newsom
education3 months ago

California lawmakers boost education funding in budget ahead of talks with Newsom

Legislature approves a record $127B for schools and community colleges for 2026-27, backed by higher revenue forecasts and including a $2B increase for TK-12 under Prop 98, a shift of preschool funding into Prop 98, a $5B one-time block grant, and add-ons for school kitchens, career/technical education, stipends for student teachers, and support for refugees and homeless students. The budget also withholds $3.9B in Prop 98 funding pending a repayment timeline, a move education groups oppose, as two weeks of negotiations begin.

via EdSource|
#community-colleges#education#education-budget
Newsom's final budget unlocks a $22B boost for California schools
education9 months ago

Newsom's final budget unlocks a $22B boost for California schools

California's 2026-27 budget, Newsom's final as governor, includes a surprise $22 billion boost for TK-12 and community colleges, lifting Prop 98 per-student funding to a record $20,427 and funding one-time and ongoing programs—such as sustaining community schools, teacher residencies, reading screenings, and expanded college and career pathways—while awaiting May revisions and legislative negotiations amid potential federal cuts.

via EdSource|
#california-budget#community-colleges#education
Higher Education Enrollment Rebounds Despite Pandemic Challenges
education3 years ago

Higher Education Enrollment Rebounds Despite Pandemic Challenges

Undergraduate enrollment in the U.S. has increased by 2.1% this fall, marking the first total increase since 2020. However, freshman enrollment declined by 3.6%, particularly affecting white students and highly selective institutions. Graduate enrollment rose by 0.7%, with growth in graduate certificate programs. Community college enrollment increased by 4.4%, driven by dual-enrollment programs. Female enrollment grew at a slower rate than male enrollment. The report suggests that shifting demographic trends and the impact of the pandemic on K-12 education may be contributing to the decline in traditional-age and white freshmen. Community colleges are experiencing a rebound, with an emphasis on shorter-term degrees and workforce pathways.

via Inside Higher Ed|
#community-colleges#demographic-trends#education
California Expands In-State Community College Tuition to Mexican Residents Near Border
education3 years ago

California Expands In-State Community College Tuition to Mexican Residents Near Border

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law allowing low-income Mexican residents living within 45 miles of the California-Mexico border to attend certain community colleges in the state at in-state tuition rates. The pilot program, set to begin next year and run until 2029, aims to make education more accessible for low-income students and prepare them for jobs. The legislation requires students to be either US or Mexican citizens with a required visa. The move comes as part of efforts to address the high cost of living in California and ensure that talented students are not lost due to financial constraints. Additionally, Newsom signed a separate law raising the minimum wage for healthcare workers to $25 per hour over the next decade.

via New York Post |
#california#community-colleges#education
"California Grants In-State Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"
education3 years ago

"California Grants In-State Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill allowing low-income students living within 45 minutes of the California border in Mexico to receive in-state tuition at certain community colleges. The bill, introduced by Assemblymember David Alvarez, is modeled after a Texas law and aims to provide educational opportunities for students who may be U.S. citizens but cannot afford to live in California. The pilot program will start next year and run until 2029, benefiting 150 students at partner community colleges in San Diego and the Imperial Valley.

via Fox News|
#california#community-colleges#education
"California Grants In-State Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"
education3 years ago

"California Grants In-State Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill allowing low-income students living within 45 minutes of the California border in Mexico to receive in-state tuition at certain community colleges. The bill, introduced by Assemblymember David Alvarez, is modeled after a Texas law and aims to provide educational opportunities for students who may be U.S. citizens but cannot afford to live in California. The pilot program will start next year and run until 2029, benefiting 150 students at eight partner community colleges in San Diego and the Imperial Valley.

via Yahoo News|
#california#community-colleges#education
"California Extends In-State Community College Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"
education3 years ago

"California Extends In-State Community College Tuition to Mexican Residents near Border"

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law allowing low-income Mexican residents living within 45 miles of the California-Mexico border to be eligible for in-state tuition rates at certain community colleges in Southern California. The pilot program aims to make education more accessible for these residents and prepare them for jobs, with community college boards required to submit a report by 2028 on the attendance rate and demographics of students benefiting from the program.

via KABC-TV|
#california#community-colleges#education
Michigan colleges see steeper enrollment decline than national average, as students question value of four-year degree and underrepresented groups show less interest.
education3 years ago

Michigan colleges see steeper enrollment decline than national average, as students question value of four-year degree and underrepresented groups show less interest.

Enrollment at Michigan colleges is declining at a higher rate than the national average, with a 2.2% drop from the previous spring compared to the national decline of less than 1%, according to a report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center. Private four-year colleges saw the steepest decline with a 4.5% drop, while public four-year universities experienced a 1.5% drop, and community colleges dropped 2.8%. The decline in enrollment is attributed to a new set of factors that are preventing students from returning to campuses, according to the executive director of National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.

via MLive.com|
#community-colleges#education#enrollment-decline
Newsom's revised budget slashes funding for education and faces $31.5B deficit.
education3 years ago

Newsom's revised budget slashes funding for education and faces $31.5B deficit.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has revised funding for TK-12 and community colleges downward by $2 billion for the coming fiscal year due to a $31 billion shortfall in the general fund. The budget includes $106.8 billion for school districts and community colleges through Proposition 98, nearly $4 billion less than two years ago. However, the University of California and California State University will receive 5% bumps to their base funding. Newsom also committed to funding the full 8.2% cost of living adjustment. The budget includes proposals for dyslexia screening, an equity multiplier, and child care.

via EdSource|
#budget-cuts#california#community-colleges
The Reckoning: Community Colleges in Crisis.
education3 years ago

The Reckoning: Community Colleges in Crisis.

Community colleges in the US are facing an enrollment decline of 37% since 2010, with fewer than half of students earning any kind of credential. Critics argue that poor success rates and faceless bureaucracies are to blame, while advocates defend community colleges as serving students who need the most support but without the money to provide it. The spurning of community colleges has implications for the national economy, which relies on their graduates to fill many of the jobs in which there are shortages.

via The Associated Press|
#community-colleges#education#enrollment-decline
The Reckoning: Community Colleges in Crisis.
education3 years ago

The Reckoning: Community Colleges in Crisis.

Community colleges in the US are facing an enrollment decline of 37% since 2010, with fewer than half of students earning any kind of credential. Critics argue that poor success rates and faceless bureaucracies are to blame, while advocates defend community colleges as serving students who need the most support but without the money to provide it. The spurning of community colleges has implications for the national economy, which relies on their graduates to fill many of the jobs in which there are shortages.

via Yahoo News|
#community-colleges#education#enrollment-decline