George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School is currently reporting cumulative losses totaling $38.3 million. This financial challenge occurs alongside a slight increase in enrollment, with preliminary data indicating 116 students registered, representing a 27% decline compared to 2022.
Challenges in Higher Education Enrollment
In the broader context of higher education, trends show that only 16% of community college students successfully transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree within six years. This topic was a focal point during discussions at the recent National Association for College Admission Counseling annual conference, where experts explored strategies to enhance support for transfer students.
Drexel University’s Enrollment Adjustments
Meanwhile, Drexel University has adjusted its enrollment targets for first-year undergraduate students, aiming for 2,350 enrollees this fall, which constitutes a 17.5% decrease from previous projections. The university has linked this decline to challenges experienced during the implementation of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid process and anticipates necessary budget reductions as a consequence.
Baldwin Wallace University’s Program Cuts
In response to ongoing budgetary pressures, Baldwin Wallace University plans to discontinue 10 academic programs, marking the second round of program cuts this year; a prior announcement addressed the potential elimination or consolidation of 13 majors.
Community Colleges and Apprenticeship Programs
Furthermore, over 500 community colleges have registered as apprenticeship sponsors. However, reports suggest less than half of these colleges had active apprentices last year, indicating a considerable opportunity for enhancing workforce skill development within these educational institutions.
(Original source: Higher Ed Dive)