Postsecondary enrollment in fall 2025 grew by 1.0%, according to the Clearinghouse Enrollment Insights: Final Fall Enrollment Trends report. However, students are shifting their preferences among fields of study, reflecting evolving career interests and workforce demands.
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.
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 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.
Early data from our Research Center, provided in our new Preliminary Fall Enrollment Trends Report, suggests U.S. higher education enrollment is showing signs of recovery after pandemic-related declines, with notable growth at community colleges and shifts in popular fields of study this fall.
An exploration of the diverse academic backgrounds and credentials that support the business and operations side of collegiate and professional football. This includes both postsecondary education and non-degree credentials, which are essential to maintaining the integrity and performance standards of the football industry.