A Research Study On Financial Aid

Latino/a first generation college students are also stressed due to financial anxiety. Since, Latino/a first-generation college students come from predominately low socioeconomic status families that never thought about saving money for college, the stress about how to pay for college and tuition arises. Since these students are the first from their family to attend college, academic and financial expectations are increased with the now need to balance school and work in order to pay for their education and basic life expenses. Most low income families will benefit from the FAFSA and government grants; however, if the lack of necessary resources as mentioned above is not present. The guidance of how to fill of the FASA was mostly likely not there.

The Hispanic/Latino community has been known to be underrepresented on college campuses, both at the community college and four-year university level. Factors such as low-income households, poor or harsh living conditions, under-educated parents, cultural and family commitments, and unfamiliarity with the college process, all serve as unfortunate barriers that keep Hispanic/Latino students from reaching the goal of attaining college degrees. Although these barriers keep many students from succeeding, many others overcome these obstacles and continue on their paths to creating a better future for themselves. They choose to look past the expectations that society has for them and break out of the stereotypical mold. However, Hispanic/Latino students face, yet, another challenge upon successfully making it on to a college campus... the challenge of graduating.

This creates a situation where both the student and parents are unfamiliar with the enrollment process and requirements. There is also a hesitancy to allow their child to go to college and become indebted with large student loans just to get an education. This reluctance clashes with the social and economic norm of the student being an actively contributing worker to the family’s income (Tornatzky 2006). Some Latino families may not see the economic value of getting an education for four years, when they believe that their son or daughter could have spent those four years in the workforce, or supporting the family with child-care. These family priorities and demands create friction and misunderstanding in the Latino community, where parents actually encourage their children to attend local community colleges, where the quality of education may not be very good, instead of going to an out-of-state public university. These financial conditions, family obligations, and demanding STEM-related courses may prolong the degree attainment process and raise the likelihood of Latinos withdrawing from

Educational opportunity program at Cal Poly Pomona and all other twenty three California State University campuses address the access and equity for these minority group of students in higher education to provide support services for low income, first generation students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds. These educational institutions have been successful in increasing both the higher education attendance rates and educational attainment of students from low-income, first-generation college, and underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds.

Hispanic groups are different depending on heritage, national origin and things such as diverse social and economic backgrounds, Social class varies considerably for Hispanic men and women, currently the socioeconomic statuses of Hispanic men and women is equal to that of African Americans and considerably lower than that of non-Hispanic whites. Furthermore, “higher rates of unemployment and lower earnings make Hispanic families among the most likely to be in poverty. In 2014, 13.1 million Hispanics, including 5.7 million children, lived below the poverty line” (jec.

Our unique approach to graduate large numbers of underrepresented children of migrant and seasonal farmworkers is demonstrated in our average six-year graduation rate at 60% for the 2016-2010 CAMP cohorts, exceeding the most recent six-year graduation rates for Hispanics at other four-year, independent colleges in Texas (49%) and the United States (56%) (Chronicle of Higher Education).

With 145 institutions of higher education including a large number of universities, community colleges, and technical colleges, Texas has a wide array of opportunities for post-secondary study. The number of students served has increased significantly, with the “10 Percent Rule” identified as responsible for particular gains in Hispanic students, female students, and first generation students. When it comes to affordability, the state has attempted to increase financial aid programs in response to growing tuition yet there still remains a significant gap in unmet need. Looking forward, identified issues affecting the higher education environment include affordability, increasing degrees awarded, and addressing the needs of non-college bound

In the article Wolfram communicates that the federal government is spending tens of billions of dollars in providing federal aid to student that are in college, through many actions like grants, loans and tax programs. But there is still yet to be evidence that suggest that these so called programs or policies have helped to decrease student loan debt and provided an aid to those attending college. Wolfram mentions that the federal government this year has purposed that federal tuition aid on college cost will undergo a phase where federal assistance will slowly die down. Wolfram states that the federal government will try to create a legal structure

In analyzing the discrepancies of degree completion and post-secondary enrollment of individuals within the Rio Grande Valley, we must also account for factors that can deter these individuals from

Daniel Santos, a retired military officer, “The US government provides many opportunities for citizens to further themselves” says Daniel Santos, a retired military officer. US benefit programs have allowed Daniel and his family to have a stable home with health care, as well as numerous educational opportunities. He has passed on his strong educational values, knowing that higher education is essential for success. “Between 1971 and 1992, the number of Hispanic college students rose from 47% to 70%, and just last year there was a 24% increase in the number of Hispanics enrolled in college” reveals the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Before the 1970’s a majority of Hispanics and other minorities were uneducated. Progress to improve this has been made with scholarships and programs sponsored by colleges and the US government. Within the 20th century, the percentage of educated Hispanics has increased and surpassed the perception of minorities. Conclusively the 20th century education progress has transformed modern-day

The Michigan Student Financial Aid Association (MSFAA), founded in 1967, is a 501c(3) organization that brings together postsecondary schools and partner organizations in the State of Michigan involved in providing financial aid for students. Our mission is to improve student financial aid awareness, to promote student access to postsecondary education, and to provide professional development for our members. MSFAA, through our over 400 members, represents more than 640,000 students enrolled in higher education within the state of Michigan.

Between 1990 and 2012, high school graduation rates in 25-29-year-olds have increased from 86 to 90 percent; this overall national rise is reflected in each of the ethnicities, White, Hispanic, Black, and Asian/Pacific Islander (National Center for Education Statistics [NCES], 2013a). Prior to 2012, nationwide standardized objective measures did not exist for measuring four-year high school graduation rates; tracking educational progress varied from state to state. Thus, state education data collected from 1990-2012 are inaccurate as effective comparative groups unless knowledge of the state-specific previous methodologies is utilized (U.S. Department of Education, 2012a). Since 2012, the NCES, an entity within the Department of

Therefore, Hispanic student achievement has a direct impact on the state’s economic future. On the positive side, over the past decade Hispanic high school dropout rates has declined, and college enrollment has increased. However, Hispanics continue to lag behind other groups in enrolling in college enrollment and earning a bachelor’s degree (Pew Research Center 2016). For example, in 2014 the Hispanic student dropout rate was 12% compared to 32% in 2000. Even though the dropout rate has decreased, it remains higher than any other subgroups- black (7%), whites (5%), and Asians (1%).

Interesting post! I get what you’re saying about the skilled nurses being overworked and most are put in specialties where there is no wiggle room for certified nursing assistants; because they would have the have the specialty training as well. Sometimes you luck up and find an employer that will pay the tuition reimbursement to further your education, but when that happens this still hurts the retention process because the demand is landing a position with growth potential.

Education is one of the most important tools for an individual to grow, learn, and acquire the necessary knowledge to help others. Higher education provides the opportunity to improve and obtain a better life style. In our community, unfortunately, there are many barriers that abstain people from attending college and pursuing a college degree or career. The lack of resources and financial status of many New Mexican families does not allow individuals to reach a higher-level education. Thus, higher education in New Mexico is crucial to the well-being and economic situation of our state, since colleges and universities make it possible for students to obtain the necessary opportunities to earn a college degree, to later return and give back