Statewide Survey PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Higher Education By Mark Baldassare, Jennifer Paluch, Dean Bonner, Sonja Petek Nov 12, 2008 Some findings of the current survey: Californians say the most important issue facing higher education is its cost. Solid majorities across all regional, demographic, and political groups rate the performance of the three state higher education systems as excellent or good. Sixty-four percent of Latino parents are “very worried” about affording a college education, while only 29 percent of white parents say the same. This is the 92nd PPIC Statewide Survey and the second Californians and Higher Education survey, which seeks to inform state policymakers, encourage discussion, and raise public awareness about issues affecting higher education. It is supported with funding from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.
Statewide Survey PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Higher Education By Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Lunna Lopes Nov 1, 2017 Key findings from the current survey: Most Californians (56%) say affordability is a big problem in the state’s public colleges and universities. Only 18 percent say overall quality is a big problem.
Statewide Survey PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Higher Education By Mark Baldassare, Jennifer Paluch, Dean Bonner, Sonja Petek Oct 31, 2007 Some findings of the current survey: An overwhelming share of residents (84%) say affording college is at least somewhat of a problem for students today – and 53 percent call it “a big problem.” Latinos are the most likely (79%) to say a college education is necessary for success in the workplace. Only 55 percent of whites say the same. A strong majority of Californians (65%) say that many residents who are qualified don’t have the opportunity to attend college. Over half (56%) of Californians think that getting a college education is more difficult than it was 10 years ago. A whopping 92 percent of Californians who have attended college think that getting a higher education was money and time well spent. This is the 81st PPIC Statewide Survey and the first on the topic of higher education in California. It is supported by funding from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.
blog post Good Budget News for Higher Education By Kevin Cook Jul 19, 2018 Governor Brown's final budget includes just over a billion dollars in new funding for California's higher education systems.
blog post The Year Ahead in Higher Education By Hans Johnson Jan 13, 2021 Last year brought historic disruptions to California’s colleges and universities. In 2021, how can policymakers and higher education officials draw on lessons learned during the pandemic while building on progress that was underway prior to COVID-19?
blog post Video: Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California By Mary Severance Nov 12, 2020 An expert panel discusses a new PPIC report on the various economic benefits of a college degree and how California might expand access and completion.
blog post Public Higher Education in California Faces a Fiscal Crisis By Kevin Cook, Hans Johnson May 20, 2020 With a sharp decline in state revenues due to COVID-19, California’s public colleges and universities face significant funding cuts that could reduce student access and services.
Report Higher Education in California: Strengthening Career Education By Sarah Bohn, Shannon McConville Oct 1, 2019 About 30 percent of California’s future jobs will require some training beyond high school but less than a four-year college degree. Career education prepares students for these “middle-skill” jobs by providing occupation- and industry-specific training.
Report Federal Formula Grants: Student Aid and Higher Education By Tim Ransdell, Shervin Boloorian Sep 6, 2005 The federal government has become the primary source of postsecondary education support for U.S. college students. The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), last amended in 1998, authorizes a disparate array of programs that span various federal government offices, employing multiple delivery mechanisms. Programs help make college attendance affordable for low-income students, assist targeted institutions, encourage college-bound high school students, and enhance K-12 teacher training programs at U.S. universities. This report examines HEA’s myriad components—including grants, loans, and other forms of aid—from a California perspective, with an emphasis on California’s share of federal resources. Its focuses primarily on federal activities that provide funds to recipient individuals or institutions using statutorily-prescribed mathematical constructs.
Report California’s Higher Education Funding Landscape By Kevin Cook, Jacob Jackson, Iwunze Ugo May 15, 2024 What is in store for higher education funding when pandemic supports end? A new report examines the potential near-term challenges due to a shrinking student base and massive state deficit. It also discusses how institutions are preparing for budget shortfalls, noting that higher tuition at four-year colleges could create difficulties for many students and their families.
