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From community college courses to doctoral programs, postsecondary education encompasses all forms of schooling after completion of high school or its equivalent. RAND's research on postsecondary education programs and institutions throughout the world has been influential; research in Qatar, for instance, led to reform of the National University and a realignment of postsecondary education to societal needs.

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Employers and Colleges Could Plan Better for Future Oil and Natural Gas Workforce

Horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to tap natural gas should bring long-term economic benefits to Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. A survey of employers and educators can inform policy decisions on how best to expand and sustain the pool of workers with the needed knowledge and skills.

Oct 17, 2017
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Dual Credit Education in Texas: Interim Report

Examines the accessibility, diversity, quality, and efficiency of dual credit education programs in Texas, and proposes areas of dual credit education to investigate in the second phase of the study.

Aug 29, 2017
Commentary

National Database Could Help Students Pick College—and Income

A bill introduced in May would create a searchable database of students' college majors and earnings after graduation. The data could help U.S. students make informed decisions and could also be used to better allocate resources that benefit students.

Aug 1, 2017
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Are Current Military Education Benefits Efficient and Effective for the Services?

This research takes a mixed-methods approach to examine the effects of military education benefit programs on recruiting and retention-related outcomes, and to assess how the two largest education benefits may work together.

Jun 19, 2017
News Release

News Release

College Students Who Belong to Sexual Minority Groups More Likely to Seek Mental Health Services When Needed, but Still ...

College students who belong to sexual minority groups are more likely to seek help for mental health problems than their straight peers, but they still face many barriers to using on-campus mental health services.

May 30, 2017
Commentary

How to Navigate Public-Private Partnerships in Higher Ed

Universities are partnering with private companies that have the resources to help them compete in the online learning market and maximize student enrollment. Do their different missions—providing high-quality education and making a profit—dilute the quality of the courses?

May 26, 2017
Commentary

Is College Worth the Expense? Yes, It Is

Many American students struggle with the soaring cost of higher education. And for many college students, debt can have severe negative implications. But on balance, the benefits of a college degree appear to outweigh the costs.

May 22, 2017
Journal Article

Journal Article

Characteristics of High-Performing Research Units: A Preliminary Analysis

The Policy Institute at King's College London and RAND Europe undertook a preliminary analysis of the characteristics of high-performing research units within UK higher education institutions.

May 10, 2017
Commentary

Professional Expectations, Families and Brexit Shape Future for UK International Researchers

Mobility has become an even higher priority for researchers since the results of the UK’s EU referendum, Brexit. To continue to attract and keep top talent, the UK needs to understand how and why researchers move between countries.

May 5, 2017
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Strategic Planning Tools for the Army Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Program

The Army must monitor Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) units to ensure that it attracts and commissions highly-qualified officers. Two new strategic planning tools can help the Army to evaluate and choose ROTC hosts and affiliates.

May 2, 2017
Commentary

The Urgent Need for an Education Plan in Mosul

In addition to restoring Mosul's damaged infrastructure, efforts to stabilize the city must include a plan to rebuild education. Students need to make up years of missed K-12 and university education, and ISIS indoctrination needs to be undone.

Mar 27, 2017
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Journal Article

Innovative Pathways Through Developmental Education and Postsecondary Success: An Examination of Developmental Math Interventions Across Texas

This study assessed alternative course delivery for developmental education (DE) math and student outcomes in community colleges in Texas.

Mar 15, 2017
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Managing the Expansion of Graduate Education in Texas

RAND researchers analyzed policies and practices that the state, higher education systems, and individual higher education institutions in Texas can use to manage the expansion of their master's, doctoral, and professional programs.

Mar 3, 2017
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Managing the Expansion of Graduate Education in Texas: Executive Summary

RAND researchers analyzed policies and practices that the state, higher education systems, and individual higher education institutions in Texas can use to manage the expansion of their master's, doctoral, and professional programs.

Mar 3, 2017
Commentary

Community Colleges Can Be 'First Responders' in Retraining Displaced Workers

Many of the occupations with the most opportunities require two-year degrees or certificates. Community colleges play a key role in training students for these jobs and offer a supportive environment for displaced and dissatisfied workers.

Feb 16, 2017
Journal Article

Journal Article

Missing Key Stage 2 Data in LSYPE2: Technical Report

The Second Longitudinal Study of Young People in England (LSYPE2) follows more than 13,000 pupils as they move on from compulsory education and begin their career paths, providing detailed insights into their background, choices and lives from the ages of 13/14 to 19/20.

Jan 11, 2017
Commentary

Focusing on Tallying the Number of Campus Sexual Assaults Can Make the Problem Worse

Accurate reporting of sexual violence is important. But counting and reporting assaults shouldn't be confused with polices that focus on making sure universities have the resources and support systems they need to help victims.

Jan 6, 2017
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Governance and Adaptation to Innovative Modes of Higher Education Provision

This report examines innovative modes of higher education provision, as well as ways in which the management and governance of higher education are changing in support of innovations in higher education provision.

Dec 22, 2016
Commentary

Support for Postsecondary Education in Prison

Correctional educational programs can reduce incarceration costs and recidivism. But it's critical that former inmates can connect with reentry services in the community to complete their education.

Dec 15, 2016
News Release

News Release

One-Stop Social Services Efforts May Improve Community College Outcomes

Students participating in programs that provide a comprehensive range of support services are more likely to persist in attending community college.

Nov 30, 2016

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