While overall college enrollment declined in the wake of the pandemic, a new analysis by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) paints a much more troubling picture for disadvantaged students.

Immediate college enrollment among graduates of high poverty high schools fell at four times the pre-pandemic rate, according to the analysis, widening existing gaps and highlighting a need for increased support in the months – and years – ahead.

NSCRC Research Publications Director Mikyung Ryu joins CPRE Knowledge Hub managing editor Keith Heumiller to discuss the report and some key takeaways for policymakers, educators, researchers and other stakeholders across the country.

Featured Research: Causey, J., Harnack-Eber, A., Ryu, M., & Shapiro, D. (March
2021), “A COVID-19 Special Analysis Update for High School Benchmarks” Herndon, VA: National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.