The expanded role of community colleges into the bachelor’s degree arena is not without controversy, but it is proving, among state leaders, to be a strategy for meeting workforce demands, improving access to educational opportunities and addressing affordability in higher education. A new Policy Brief highlights the last 10 years of state policy activity pertaining to community college bachelor’s degree programs and offers considerations for policymakers who are looking to start or expand these options in their states.
Key Takeaway
Currently, 23 states allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degree programs.
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