Changes in the world economy have put a premium on an educated workforce, which explains why more than half of today’s postsecondary students nationally attend school part time, and almost 40 percent work full time. More and more adults are looking for ways to upgrade and expand their skills in an effort to improve or protect their economic position. Yet adults face significant obstacles to coming back, staying in school, and then earning their postsecondary credentials. Too often, they find themselves blocked by the traditional structure and organization of higher education.
In addition, given their years away from the classroom, they often need help through innovative academic programming, increased and creative financial aid opportunities, and support services that may include remediation.
