Image: Based on research for their recent book, Matthew Mayhew and Greg Wolniak (IHE) hypothesize that higher education will experience a “golden boomerang” effect among students from wealthier families. But students from lower-income backgrounds might change plans and pursue less expensive online programs or community colleges close to home. In a recent post to the Atlanta Journal Constitution's "Get Schooled" blog, they offer five steps institutions can take to help students return to the college they signed up for. Five Ways to Get Low-income Students Back to College during COVID-19 includes recommendations to clarify tuition policies, financial aid processes, fees assessments, and support for working students with family responsibilities. Read full post: https://www.ajc.com/blog/get-schooled/five-ways-get-low-income-students-back-college-during- Type of News/Audience: Research
