“Fact Finders” Zoom interview with Rich Nickel about “What do Arizona’s graduates plan to do next?” Interview will focus on about how many students might go to trade school, college, work, etc., how that compares to other states, and if the numbers are up or down.

Article | May 31, 2023

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – You can can watch more of Brooke Wagner’s interview with Rich Nickel, President and CEO of Education Forward Arizona, about how many high school graduates plan to continue their education in the attached video player. You can read Brooke Wagner’s complete story here: https://www.kold.com/2023/05/31/class-2023-how-many-arizona-graduates-will-continue-education/


Report: Arizona could generate billions from increased postsecondary enrollment

Article | May 2, 2023

BY TAYLOR TASLER KTAR.com PHOENIX — A new report shows Arizona could gain billions in revenue from increasing college enrollment and completion. About 45% of high school graduates enroll in postsecondary education the semester after graduating high school, according to the Arizona Education Progress Meter. The Billions to Gain Report from …


Enrollment declines threaten the economic futures of college towns

Article | April 26, 2023

The University of Arizona’s undergraduate enrollment has increased in recent years, bucking the declines experienced by many colleges throughout the U.S. For the Tucson region, the university’s home, that upward trend is key.  Higher education institutions are “the most important” element to the economic life of Arizona cities and towns, said Michael …

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