Dec 12, 2024 | News, Research and Policy
Diving more deeply into the ACS data we note that while degree attainment has increased for most demographics over the past 5 years, notable gaps in degree attainment among the working age population are observable.
Oct 4, 2024 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, News, Research and Policy
The newly revised 24-25 cycle FAFSA was released as a “soft launch”, or limited release, on December 30. The 3-month delay from a traditional October 1 launch, compounded with other technical difficulties, caused a nationwide drop in FAFSA completions as students and...
Aug 23, 2024 | LCAN, News, Research and Policy
As part of FCAN’s 2023-24 Advocacy Fellowship,15 students participated in two days of advocacy in Tallahassee to share their stories with legislators. ASPIRE, the local college access network serving Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, partnered with FCAN to recruit...
Jul 31, 2024 | News, Research and Policy
A new report released today by Florida College Access Network highlights opportunities to improve college access and affordability for low-income students in Florida. While tuition, fees, and textbooks stand as primary expenses, most college costs are attributed to living expenses.
Jul 24, 2024 | LCAN, News, Research and Policy
Since 2021, the Florida College Access Network’s Student Advocacy Fellowship program has been elevating the voices of Florida students in Tallahassee. The program is an opportunity for students to learn about education policy, engage with state policymakers, and...
Jul 12, 2024 | LCAN, News, Research and Policy
FCAN’s Student Advocacy Fellowship program aims to provide Florida students the opportunity to engage with state policymakers while telling their stories related to policy efforts. The fellowship held its third annual trip to Tallahassee earlier this year with the...
