College affordability has been a concern for decades, but a new finding from a Student Voice survey by Inside Higher Ed and Generation Lab underscores how deep the problem really runs: Only 27 percent of students say they have a clear understanding of the full cost of attendance. 

The challenge of student financial wellness is a clear and pressing concern in higher education today. Financial stress significantly impacts students’ academic journeys and overall well-being.  

Every September, National Campus Safety Awareness Month provides higher education leaders with an opportunity to reflect and recommit to one of the most fundamental responsibilities: creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and prepared to thrive. 

The start of a new fiscal year brings new regulations, expectations, and realities for higher education. This fall, leaders will need to think differently and strategically about risk mitigation.

The latest “Some College, No Credential” (SCNC) report from the National Student Clearinghouse reveals that this population continues to grow, with 2.1 million new stopouts between January 2022 and July 2023.