Apr 25, 2018 | Research and Policy
Florida College Access Network (FCAN) released today a new brief which outlines the state’s efforts to strengthen its nationally recognized 2+2 transfer pathway and increase the number of students who earn a degree and enter the workforce. FCAN also released an...
Apr 18, 2018 | Research and Policy
Florida College Access Network (FCAN) released today a recap of the 2018 Florida Legislative Session, with a focus on the notable legislation that stands to impact Florida college students. Education reforms from the recent session include increased funding for the...
Apr 12, 2018 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Initiatives, Research and Policy
Florida College Access Network (FCAN) is excited to announce the winners of the 2018 Florida FAFSA Challenge, a statewide campaign to increase the proportion of high school seniors completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Through the end of...
Mar 1, 2018 | Research and Policy
For the third time in the state’s history, the Florida Constitution Revision Commission has been assembled to examine the Florida Constitution and propose changes for voter consideration. Today, Florida College Access Network (FCAN) has released an overview of the...
Feb 6, 2018 | Research and Policy
As the 2018 Florida Legislative Session approaches its mid-point, the pace around Tallahassee is quickening. The time for committees to hear and act on bills will be winding down soon, and at this point, it will be difficult for proposals that have yet to be heard by...
Jan 31, 2018 | Florida FAFSA Challenge, Research and Policy
By Amy Bolick, statewide programs coordinator, and Kimberly Lent, senior research associate Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first step many students take to access federal, state, and institutional sources of financial aid....