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Who Are Undergraduates with Dependent Children?

More than 3 million undergraduate students in the United States are parents, representing nearly one in five college students. Supporting student parents promotes their academic achievement and enhances their family well-being, supports college enrollment and completion goals, and can boost state economic health. This brief uses the latest available data to summarize key characteristics of undergraduate students with dependent children.

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Where Do Student Parents Attend College?

Sep 30, 2024|United States|Report or Brief

A Snapshot of Student-Parent Attendance Patterns Using 2020 Data
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Who Are Undergraduates with Dependent Children?

Sep 30, 2024|United States|Report or Brief

This new brief published by the SPARK Collaborative uses 2020 National Postsecondary Student Aid Study (NPSAS) data to summarize key characteristics of undergraduate students with children.

Survey of parenting students in New Mexico helps us understand their needs

Jul 23, 2024|Report or Brief

Child Trends surveyed nearly 1,000 student parents across nine institutions of higher education in New Mexico. Findings uncover policy opportunities that could better support this student population.

Advancing equity in attainment for Black single mothers in college: Understanding their needs and supporting their success

Apr 18, 2024|Report or Brief

The Institute for Women’s Policy Research interviewed 25 Black single mothers attending community colleges whose stories elevate the need for affordable and accessible child care. This report centers issues specific to Black community college mothers.

Improving Mental Health of Student Parents: A Framework for Higher Education

May 26, 2021|Report or Brief

The JED Foundation and Ascend at the Aspen Institute partnered to develop a comprehensive report to better understand the mental health needs of parenting students at undergraduate institutions across the country.

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