Examines various issues related to the growing number of young people who are continuing in education and training after the statutory school-leaving age. Also explores explanations for this trend (including rising aspirations and high youth unemployment) as well as major social and educational implications. (JN)

This E.D. TAB presents findings from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Spring 2004 data collection, which included four survey components: Student Financial Aid for full-time, first-time, degree/certificate-seeking undergraduate students for the 2002-03 academic year, Enrollment for fall 2003, Graduation Rates for…

This report profiles participant outcomes of the classic Upward Bound (UB) and Upward Bound Math-Science (UBMS) programs. The UB and UBMS programs provide academic and other support services for high school participants preparing to enter college. Upward Bound's goal is to increase the rate at which program participants complete high school and…

This paper examines national enrollment trends of the recent past up to the present, considers some of the effects of these trends upon the Community College of Baltimore's enrollment, and suggests methods to cope with the Community College of Baltimore's particular problems that arise from enrollment fluctuations. The objective of this report is…

Statistical data are provided on enrollment, instructional programs, financial support, and student characteristics for the 1973-1974 school year of the 13 community colleges that comprise the University of Kentucky Community College System. The data show: (1) a total head-count credit enrollment of 12,942 students, representing a numerical…

Enrollment data for technical colleges in Nebraska for the year 1972 are provided. Following a summary that discusses the technical college system, total enrollment, enrollment by academic level, freshmen enrollment, and solutions in reporting, 12 exhibits provide the detailed data. These exhibits are: Nebraska Technical Community Colleges,…

This report provides information about a reorganized Department of Community Colleges, programs offered by institutions, financial and enrollment data by institution through the year 1971-1972, and a statistical summary. The chapters of the report are as follows: I. Role of the Community College System; II. Administration of the System--State…

Projections are presented of what will happen if current trends in enrollments in New Jersey continue and current policies are maintained. Enrollments are projected to 1990 for full-time and part-time students in three collegiate sectors. The projective methodology is a ratio technique that minimizes data requirements and eliminates the need for…

The purpose of this article is to improve understanding of private career schools and the role they play in the economy. It includes statistics about enrollment, graduation, and job placement rates and student characteristics. (JOW)

The topic of this newsletter is Student Transitions Project Research Question #2: What is the nature and distribution of the transition of students from the kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) education system into B.C. public post-secondary institutions over a multi-year period? (For secondary school graduates of 2001/02 to 2003/04 and post-secondary…

Helping young people make a smooth transition from school to the workplace or further study has become an important role for the vocational education and training (VET) sector. To provide a clear picture of young people's participation in vocational education and training, and the impact and role of VET on their transitions to work, this "At…

An analysis was done regarding the perceived low numbers of British students who stay on in school past age 16. This three-part paper summarizes that study. Part 1, "Post-Compulsory Education Analysing the Market," presents a summary of the problem of low participation in post-16 schooling, based on a survey of literature and interviews…

This report provides early estimates of key fall 1991 enrollment statistics as well as academic year 1990-91 completions statistics for all postsecondary institutions in the 50 States and the District of Columbia. The study employed a survey which was part of the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). The survey, conducted by…

Representatives from 154 National Association for Business Teacher Education institutions responded to a questionnaire designed to elicit responses about the most effective recruiting practices for business teacher education programs. Several questions were included to determine the present status of business education programs and trends in these…

The study sought to present information on student enrollment in North Carolina for the years 1960 and 1968 in all types of postsecondary education designed to prepare persons for employment. The study included enrollment information for apprenticeship programs and public, private, and proprietary institutions providing postsecondary education.…