U.S. Colleges See Increase in Reenrollment Among 'Stopout' Students
Colleges and local governments in the U.S. are seeing a rise in reenrollment among 'stopout' students, those who left college without completing their degrees. This group includes approximately 38 million working-age adults who often have student loans but lack a degree. Recent data shows a 7% increase in reenrollment, with over 1 million students returning in the 2023-2024 school year. Initiatives such as scholarships and targeted support have been crucial in encouraging students to return. For example, Jevona Anderson, a 59-year-old student, was able to reenroll at the University of Baltimore thanks to a scholarship. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to remove barriers and provide financial assistance to help students complete their education. 
