The Return to a Sub-Baccalaureate Education: The Effects of Schooling, Credentials, and Program of Study on Economic Outcomes
This report estimates the returns to a sub-baccalaureate education in response to the debate centered on whether vocational education restricts access to a four-year college.
The Characteristics of Occupational Students in Postsecondary Education
This brief presents a profile of the enrollment, demographic, and educational characteristics and educational goals of community college students in occupational programs.
Institutionalization and Sustainability of the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education Program
Institutionalization and Sustainability of the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education Program
The Organizational Efficiency of Multiple Missions for Community Colleges
Using case study research conducted at eight community colleges in five states, this report examines the issue of, and controversy over, the ever-expanding missions of community colleges.
What Role Can Dual Enrollment Programs Play in Easing the Transition Between High School and Postsecondary Education?
This article provides an overview of preexisting relationships between high school and colleges and discusses the promising initiative of dual enrollment.