(01-13-2022 12:33 PM)IWokeUpLikeThis Wrote:  

Quote:Public two-year colleges remain the hardest hit sector since the pandemic began, with a 13.2% drop since 2019.

Students seeking associate's degrees dropped sharply, with enrollment falling 6.2% this year and 14.1% over the last two years.

I would've thought the pandemic would help community colleges steal students from 4-year schools, if anything. That's what happened during the recession.

I think not having traditional classes during the pandemic is another factor killing enrollment. You can't understate the number of students who learn through conversation and experience in the classroom. That can't be replicated online. Online classes are moreso going through the motions to earn a credit than actual learning or experience.

While some colleges still technically hold traditional classes right now, they're where everyone is wearing a mask. You can't have quality communication and bonding that way.

Depends on the locations. Azusa Pacific went from like 8000 a few years ago now over 10,000. In areas like the midwest and northeast with some declining populations, there are too many 4 and 2 year schools.