"Completion" has become the rallying cry at community colleges. As the 21st century unfolds, the earlier emphasis on guaranteeing greater access to a postsecondary education has evolved into a sharp focus on student success. Whether that means earning a workforcerelated certificate or an associate degree transferable to a four-year…

Whether traditional or nontraditional students, more people are reaching community colleges through workforce and economic development partnerships--and often changing their lives in the process. But it's not just the individuals who stand to benefit, the nation's economy is also reaping its share of the reward. In this article Heather Boerner…

The 2004 College Applicant Survey (CAS) describes the college-bound applicant pool by covering a broad range of areas including key demographics, factors influencing college selection, academic background and financial preparedness. It is the most comprehensive and the richest source of survey data to date on applicants to the Ontario Colleges of…