College Access for All
A Commentary Collection
Today, more than ever, a college degree is considered an essential ingredient for personal economic success. But how do educators and policymakers work together to encourage more students—especially minority and low-income youths—to apply to, stick with, and succeed in higher education? This Commentary special section is supported by a grant from the Lumina Foundation. Education Week retains sole editorial control over the content of the coverage.
College & Workforce Readiness
Opinion
Colleges Must Reach Out to Younger 69´«Ă˝
Higher education has an essential role to play in encouraging younger students to pursue college options, writes Lindsey Malcom-Piqueux.
College & Workforce Readiness
Opinion
College Prep Is Career Prep
Preparing students for economic independence, whether via college or career, is imperative, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Heath Morrison says.
College & Workforce Readiness
Opinion
Atlanta's Former Mayor Reflects on Her Education Legacy
Shirley Franklin writes that she wishes she had focused more on the impact of higher education on low-income students.
College & Workforce Readiness
Opinion
Creating Opportunity for College Access
South Texas College has propelled more than 70,000 high school students toward college and career pathways since 2003, writes Nicolás González.
College & Workforce Readiness
Opinion
A College-Access Success Story
Access to higher education coursework as a high school student helped Karina Madrigal become a first-generation college graduate.
School & District Management
Opinion
Michelle Obama: My College Story Can Be Yours
First lady Michelle Obama writes about her Reach Higher campaign to inspire students, educators, and communities to focus on making college a reality for all young people.
School & District Management
Opinion
How Do You Improve Access to Higher Education?
Five education thought leaders offer their priorities for encouraging college access for all students.