Topic: American Association of Community Colleges

How Miami students can get a free college education

Miami Dade College announced Wednesday the American Dream Scholarship. The ‘free college’ offer could help boost college graduation rates – a goal of President Obama’s.

Community colleges: White House wants business to help place future workforce

Community colleges are the focus of a White House summit Tuesday in Washington. The Obama administration is looking to several national businesses to assist future employees coming out of community colleges find jobs.

Obama directs $12 billion to community colleges

The goal is to help 5 million people earn degrees and certificates, especially displaced workers.

Community colleges play key role in tough economic times

Many schools have to turn away those seeking new job skills. Proposed federal funds could help.

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A push to boost college graduation rates

Nearly half of students at four-year colleges don't finish after six years, a report finds.

Students eye cheaper colleges as crisis deepens

Nearly 6 in 10 are considering less prestigious schools in order to trim costs, a survey finds.

Community colleges: a great return on investment

By spending freshman and sophomore years there, parents and student can save thousands of dollars.