EDU 644 - The New Post-Secondary Student

3 Credits

This course analyzes trends and issues related to post-secondary students and the effects of those trends and issues on higher education. Student demographic trends will be analyzed in terms of the implications for college recruitment and retention. Strategies for recruitment and retention will be identified along with career service strategies to improve graduation rates and gainful employment. Student financial aid issues will be addressed in relation to the financing of higher education. Aspects of post-secondary student services will be analyzed for applicability to online and traditional higher education models.