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College Degree Still a Great Return On Investment

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

With higher education costs rising since the turn of the century, some question whether a college degree has the value it once did. The BLS's most recent Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts that two-thirds of the nation's 30 fastest-growing occupations through 2032 will require a bachelor's degree.

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Coppin State University: A Renaissance of Purpose and Progress

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

By taking a careful look at course offerings and degree pathways, the administration has streamlined the road to graduation. This involved analyzing class schedules, prerequisites, and program requirements to ensure students can progress efficiently toward their degrees. Coppin was always my first choice, says Muhammad.

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Why a college degree is still a great return on investment

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With higher education costs rising since the turn of the century, some question whether a college degree has the value it once did. The Bureau of Labor Statistics’ most recent Occupational Outlook Handbook predicts that two-thirds of the nation’s 30 fastest-growing occupations through 2032 will require a bachelor’s degree.

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Sharon Leung: Innovation at the Crux of Healthcare and Engineering with CU Boulder Online

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For Sharon Leung, a dedicated healthcare professional with 15 years of experience, the pursuit of an engineering degree might seem a bit off course. However, Sharons commitment to lifelong learning and innovative problem-solving led her to enroll in the online Master of Engineering in Engineering Management program at CU Boulder.

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From the Military to the Ivy League: Two Veterans Pursue Dartmouth’s Online Master of Engineering

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John Murphy and Felix Hong have traversed unique yet parallel journeys, from serving their country to pursuing advanced degrees through Dartmouths online Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering (MEng). With his Post-9/11 GI Bill expiring in 2029, he knew this was his opportunity to explore getting his masters degree.

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Student Success in STEM

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

However, disparities in STEM degree attainment reflect systemic barriers that hinder progress. In 2018, according to the Pew Research Center, Black students earned just 7% of STEM bachelors degrees, compared to their 10% share of all bachelors degrees and 12% representation in the adult population.

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Virginia Tech’s CEED Program Builds Pipelines to Engineering

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Starting with programs for middle and high school students, through supports for graduate students, the Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Diversity (CEED) at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) has provided inspiration, insight, encouragement, and community for engineering students.