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11 minutes
Released:
Jan 22, 2024
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Description
Last fall, MassReconnect, a state program that helps Massachusetts residents 25 and older who do not already have a college degree attend community college for free, went into effect. The program has been popular, and all 15 state community colleges saw enrollment increase since the program started.
While community colleges report being pleased with the influx of students attending their institutions, administrators also report heavy workloads as they navigate an increasingly complex slew of state financial aid programs.
Carrie Jung, WBUR senior education reporter joins The Common with more.
Greater Boston’s daily podcast where news and culture meet.
While community colleges report being pleased with the influx of students attending their institutions, administrators also report heavy workloads as they navigate an increasingly complex slew of state financial aid programs.
Carrie Jung, WBUR senior education reporter joins The Common with more.
Greater Boston’s daily podcast where news and culture meet.
Released:
Jan 22, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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