College Enrollment Rises: Affordability and Workforce Training Drive Growth
#NewsU.S. college enrollment has surpassed pre-pandemic levels, reaching 19.4 million students, a 1.0% increase from 2024. This growth is driven by rising enrollments in public four-year universities and community colleges, especially in short-term, workforce-focused programs. Students are increasingly prioritizing affordability, flexibility, and career relevance, leading to shifts away from traditional pathways and master's degrees, with notable declines in international graduate students and computer science majors.
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