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Fall Undergraduate Enrollment Shows Overall Growth Despite Decline at Private Colleges
Total postsecondary enrollment in the United States grew 1.0% in fall 2025, driven by gains in undergraduate enrollment at both community colleges and public 4-year programs, according to a new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
College Completion Rates Hold Steady at Recent Highs
National college completion rates held steady this year at the high levels reached in recent years, according to a report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Preliminary Fall Report Shows Steady Undergraduate Enrollment Growth
Early reporting finds total enrollment at colleges and universities this fall grew 2.0%, driven by a 2.4% increase in undergraduate enrollment, according to a preliminary report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
National Student Clearinghouse Announces Updates to Executive Leadership Team
The National Student Clearinghouse announced updates today to its executive leadership team, including the hiring of Andrew (Andy) Martelli as Chief Product Officer, and the promotion of Melba Amissi to Chief Customer and Operations Officer, both newly created roles.
Income Makeup of High Schools Is the Greatest Difference in College Outcomes
Differences in the income makeup between high schools make the largest contrast in postsecondary outcomes of graduates — much greater than differences in geography — according to new research from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
More Than 86% of College Freshmen Return for Their Second Semester
The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reported that over 86 percent of the college freshman class of 2023 returned for their second semester.
Vast Majority of U.S. States See More Students Who Had Stopped Out of College Now Re-Enrolling
The number of students leaving college without earning a credential — or “stopping out” — has declined for the second year in a row, reports the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
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Research Center: Postsecondary Enrollment Rises as Academic Trends Shift
According to the Clearinghouse Enrollment Insights: Final Fall Enrollment Trends report, total postsecondary enrollment in the U.S. rose by 1.0% in fall 2025. The increase was primarily due to growth in undergraduate enrollment at community colleges and public four-year institutions. This year’s report also revealed a noteworthy shift in student enrollment patterns.
Six-Year College Completion Rates Remain Robust
According to the Yearly Progress and Completion report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, national six-year completion rates have now held steady for four consecutive cohorts, an encouraging sign of stability in higher education.
Data Dive: Spotlighting Gaps in Postsecondary Attainment
Data from the 2025 High School Benchmarks Report reveals differences in postsecondary enrollment and degree completion that are connected to high school poverty and income levels. These gaps impact both overall college attendance and STEM degree achievement, underscoring the importance of providing additional support and implementing policies that help address these challenges.