ERIC Number: ED611206
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 20
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Putting Students First: Are Associate Degrees Preparing Graduates for Successful Careers? The ACCT 2016 Invitational Symposium: Getting in the Fast Lane--Ensuring Economic Security and Meeting the Workforce Needs of the Nation. Discussion Paper
Rothwell, Jonathan
Association of Community College Trustees
Senior Economist Jonathan Rothwell of Gallup, presents data on employment outcomes for college graduates from different types of colleges. He also provides findings from the Gallup-USA Funds Associate Degree Graduates Survey which shows there are a number of student experiences that are highly predictive of overall life-evaluation. He cites the factors that contribute to a positive high life evaluation, noting that approximately 46 percent of Associate degree earners reported their college education was worth the cost. He concludes that with rising college costs students need to be better informed about the potential outcomes of their investment.
Descriptors: College Graduates, Associate Degrees, Career Readiness, Program Effectiveness, Student Experience, Predictor Variables, Cost Effectiveness, Community Colleges, Two Year College Students, Outcomes of Education, Income, Bachelors Degrees, Costs, Educational Attainment, Federal Aid, Wages, Public Colleges, Private Colleges, Proprietary Schools, Intellectual Disciplines, Graduation Rate, Student Attitudes
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Publication Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers; Reports - Descriptive; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges
Audience: Policymakers; Administrators
Language: English
Sponsor: Strada Education Network
Authoring Institution: Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)
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