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#CalState universities dominate the top spots in the new California Mobility Index (CMI) from College Futures Foundation and The HEA Group. This new ranking recognizes four-year institutions that best deliver on the promise of #EconomicMobility for California learners from low- and moderate-income backgrounds. All 23 universities in the CSU system appear in the index, with the CMI’s top 9 all from the CSU. And, 13 CSUs were ranked among the top 15 institutions. https://bit.ly/3XmunUM #CAMobilityIndex #SocialMobility #CollegeROI

California State Universities (CSU) dominate the top spots in our new California Mobility Index (CMI). The new ranking system recognizes four-year institutions that best deliver on the promise of economic mobility for California learners from low- and moderate-income backgrounds. Eighty-seven percent of the top institutions on the CMI are from the CSU, many of which are broad-access, public institutions and HSIs (Hispanic -Serving Institutions). More about the #CAMobilityIndex at https://buff.ly/cRHJdKh or via the link in our bio.

Exciting discussion on ??? The Rant podcast about the California Mobility Index by College Futures Foundation and The HEA Group. I had the pleasure of interviewing Michael Itzkowitz, the head of HEA, where we explored a fresh approach to ranking colleges and universities. Focusing on value creation for low-to-moderate income learners over selectivity. Check out the conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gV-nucdq. #HigherEducation #ValueCreation #CaliforniaMobilityIndex

Pleased to share a new Stronger Nation. It has all of the attainment data you are familiar with, and introduces our new goal. I invite you to take a look around to learn more. As always, reach out with questions and your ideas. I also want to thank and acknowledge our data and visualization partners for all of their work as we made this a reality: NCHEMS ECOnorthwest Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce HCM Strategists and Darkhorse Analytics Lumina Foundation

?? Exciting Research Alert: Unveiling the True Value of Higher Education in California ?? Our latest report with College Futures Foundation, "California College Programs That Pay: Measuring Return on Investment Across Majors and Credentials," dives deep into a critical question: How long does it really take students to see a return on their educational investment? Key Insights: ?? Analyzed over 260,000 graduates across 2,695 undergraduate programs ?? Examined certificate, associate's, and bachelor's degree ROI ?? Discovered that the major and credential can dramatically impact financial outcomes The research reveals a stark reality: Not all educational paths are created equal. Some programs provide a clear path to economic mobility, while others may never deliver the promised return on investment. Transparency is key. Students deserve to understand the true economic potential of their chosen field of study before making a significant investment in their future. Read the full report and join the conversation. Together, we can drive meaningful improvements in our postsecondary education system. #HigherEducation #ROI #StudentSuccess #EducationResearch #EconomicMobility https://lnkd.in/eGe98YPw

If you are considering graduate school, the ultimate payoff could vary widely depending on which school you attend and what you study. In this report, we analyze the five most popular master’s and doctoral programs awarded in the United States and examine whether there are differences in how much students earn—and how much they owe—based on their specific course of study. Full report ?? https://lnkd.in/eyqEckZp

"The percentage of recent college graduates, including both associate and bachelor's degrees, who can expect to clear the positive ROI threshold within 10 years varies from a low of 54 percent in Idaho to a high of 78 percent in California and New York." - Strada Education Foundation

OPINION by Eloy Oakley & Michael Itzkowitz: Institutional leaders and elected officials must lean into discussions that are happening right now about the value of a college education and how it ties to learners’ futures and where improvements can happen. While more questions must be answered — and more research will follow — one thing has become abundantly clear: Our higher education system can no longer be enabled by a “this is the way we do things” mentality in places where it is not working.

Join us next Thursday, November 7th at 1:00 pm (ET), for an interactive conversation on: ?? The current state of ROI research ?? The ROI of specific college majors ?? Strategies on how to evaluate ROI and economic mobility in #highered https://lu.ma/u1qg92hb

Key Finding From our New Report with College Futures Foundation. The relative affordability of two-year colleges in California, coupled with the earnings premium that they produce, provides most associate degree-holders with a quick return on their educational investment. Full report: https://lnkd.in/eGe98YPw