Latinos will need to earn 6.2 million degrees by 2030 to reach the U.S. degree attainment goal. Learn about Latino College Completion in Virginia. Latino College Completion - Virginia Nationally, the gap in degree completion between Latinos and their White peers continues. However, different patterns emerge within each state or location. To reach the Latino degree attainment goal by 2030, states can close the degree completion gap by accelerating Latino completion while increasing for all students and scale up programs and initiatives that work for Latino, and all, students. To find out more, scroll below. DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET Degree Attainment for Latino Students (2021) 36% Of Latino adults (25 and over) had earned an associate degree or higher VS 53% Of White adults Fast Facts Virginia had the 16th largest Latino population in the U.S. Latino Population 15% K-12 Population 10% Total Population 2-Year Graduation Rate 32% Latino Students 39% White Students Median Age 29 Latinos 42 White 4-Year Graduation Rate 68% Latino Students 74% White Students Degree Outcomes At two-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 7%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Virginia. At four-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 6%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Virginia. BACK TO MAIN LCC PAGE Top Institutions To find out more about the top institutions enrolling, and awarding associate and bachelor degrees to Hispanics by using the tabs below to navigate the information. Click on the tabs below to explore. ENROLLING ASSOCIATES DEGREES BACHELORS DEGREE Top Institutions Enrolling (Hispanic Undergraduates) in Virginia, 2021-2022 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 Northern Virginia Community College Public, 2-year 32,902 8,757 27% 2 George Mason University Public, 4-year or above 26,339 4,354 17% 3 Liberty University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 47,179 3,436 7% 4 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Public, 4-year or above 29,699 2,556 9% 5 Virginia Commonwealth University Public, 4-year or above 20,918 2,307 11% Top Institutions Awarding Associate Degrees to Hispanics in Virginia, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 Northern Virginia Community College Public, 2-year 5,860 1,354 23% 2 ECPI University Private for-profit, 4-year or above 2,046 249 12% 3 Tidewater Community College Public, 2-year 2,384 199 8% 4 Germanna Community College Public, 2-year 986 130 13% 5 Brightpoint Community College Public, 2-year 978 123 13% Top Institutions Awarding Bachelor Degrees to Hispanics in Virginia, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 George Mason University Public, 4-year or above 6,236 956 15% 2 Liberty University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 10,300 590 6% 3 Virginia Commonwealth University Public, 4-year or above 5,155 538 10% 4 Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Public, 4-year or above 6,943 471 7% 5 James Madison University Public, 4-year or above 4,797 328 7% Examples of What Works for Latino, And All, Students Looking to know what works or connect with evidence-based programs recognized by Excelencia ? Our team can work with you to identify and connect with relevant programs making an impact on student success that can help you in your efforts to intentionally serve your Latino, and all, students. Click here to contact us . Sources Excelencia in Education. (2020). Ensuring America’s Future: Benchmarking Latino College Completion to 2030. Excelencia in Education. Washington, D.C. U.S. Census Bureau, 2021 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Excelencia in Education Analysis using the U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2021 Fall Enrollment, Graduation Rates Survey and Institutional Characteristics Survey.

Winston Erevelles is President of St. Mary's University of San Antonio and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page St. Mary's University of San Antonio Winston Erevelles President Institution website: https://www.stmarytx.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.stmarytx.edu/2024/stmu-president-erevelles/ Winston Erevelles is President of St. Mary's University of San Antonio and part of Excelencia in Action network.

George Timmons is President of Holyoke Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Holyoke Community College George Timmons President Institution website: https://www.hcc.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.hcc.edu/about/news-events-and-media/news-stories/george-timmons#:~:text=Timmons%2C%2054%2C%20holds%20a%20Ph,State%20University%20in%20Norfolk%2C%20Virginia George Timmons is President of Holyoke Community College and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Adela de la Torre is President of San Diego State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page San Diego State University Adela de la Torre President Institution website: https://www.sdsu.edu/ Bio Page: https://president.sdsu.edu/about Adela de la Torre is President of San Diego State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. Seal of Excelencia Recertified Institution: 2024-2027 San Diego State University (SDSU) has continued its commitment to intentionally serve Latino students and the Latino community through focused areas of effort—a cornerstone to its 2020-2025 strategic plan. SDSU serves more than 33,000 students with 35% of the students identifying as Latino. Of these, more than 50% are eligible for the federal Pell grant. SDSU stands out as one of the nation's premier Hispanic-Serving, Hispanic-Thriving research universities.

Latinos will need to earn 6.2 million degrees by 2030 to reach the U.S. degree attainment goal. Learn about Latino College Completion in Nebraska. Latino College Completion - Nebraska Nationally, the gap in degree completion between Latinos and their White peers continues. However, different patterns emerge within each state or location. To reach the Latino degree attainment goal by 2030, states can close the degree completion gap by accelerating Latino completion while increasing for all students and scale up programs and initiatives that work for Latino, and all, students. To find out more, scroll below. DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET Degree Attainment for Latino Students (2021) 23% Of Latino adults (25 and over) had earned an associate degree or higher VS 48% Of White adults Fast Facts Nebraska had the 35th largest Latino population in the U.S. Latino Population 17% K-12 Population 12% Total Population 2-Year Graduation Rate 28% Latino Students 44% White Students Median Age 24 Latinos 40 White 4-Year Graduation Rate 48% Latino Students 63% White Students Degree Outcomes At two-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 16%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Nebraska. At four-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 15%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Nebraska. BACK TO MAIN LCC PAGE Top Institutions To find out more about the top institutions enrolling, and awarding associate and bachelor degrees to Hispanics by using the tabs below to navigate the information. Click on the tabs below to explore. ENROLLING ASSOCIATES DEGREES BACHELORS DEGREE Top Institutions Enrolling (Hispanic Undergraduates) in Nebraska, 2021-2022 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 University of Nebraska at Omaha Public, 4-year or above 12,010 1,943 16% 2 University of Nebraska-Lincoln Public, 4-year or above 19,448 1,613 8% 3 Bellevue University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 8,903 1,312 15% 4 Metropolitan Community College Area Public, 2-year 6,467 1,112 17% 5 Central Community College Public, 2-year 3,477 1,045 30% Top Institutions Awarding Associate Degrees to Hispanics in Nebraska, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 Metropolitan Community College Area Public, 2-year 1,420 161 11% 2 Central Community College Public, 2-year 675 134 20% 3 Southeast Community College Area Public, 2-year 1,051 98 9% 4 Northeast Community College Public, 2-year 740 82 11% 5 Western Nebraska Community College Public, 2-year 176 38 22% Top Institutions Awarding Bachelor Degrees to Hispanics in Nebraska, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 Bellevue University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 2,334 275 12% 2 University of Nebraska-Lincoln Public, 4-year or above 4,311 249 6% 3 University of Nebraska at Omaha Public, 4-year or above 2,438 126 5% 4 Creighton University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 1,173 89 8% 5 University of Nebraska at Kearney Public, 4-year or above 871 81 9% Examples of What Works for Latino, And All, Students Looking to know what works or connect with evidence-based programs recognized by Excelencia ? Our team can work with you to identify and connect with relevant programs making an impact on student success that can help you in your efforts to intentionally serve your Latino, and all, students. Click here to contact us . Sources Excelencia in Education. (2020). Ensuring America’s Future: Benchmarking Latino College Completion to 2030. Excelencia in Education. Washington, D.C. U.S. Census Bureau, 2021 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Excelencia in Education Analysis using the U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2021 Fall Enrollment, Graduation Rates Survey and Institutional Characteristics Survey.

Alexis Padilla-Torres serves as Institutional Engagement Manager of Excelencia in Education. Alexis supports the enrollment, onboarding, and engagement of institutions within the Excelencia in Action (E-Action) network. < Back to Our People Page Alexis Padilla-Torres Institutional Engagement Manager Excelencia in Education Email: apadillatorres@edexcelencia.org Current Position: Alexis supports the enrollment, onboarding, and engagement of institutions within the Excelencia in Action (E-Action) network. She is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with institutional leaders and connecting them with Excelencia’s diverse portfolios, comprehensive resources, research, and programs. Past Experiences: Alexis brings experience from the public and private sectors and is passionate about community building, empowerment, and sustainable impact. She has cultivated a diverse skill set and robust network through her work in state and federal government, politics, and NGOs. Most recently, Alexis worked at the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), where she led nationwide recruitment efforts for four leadership development programs, traveling extensively across the U.S. to bring Latino talent to Washington, DC. Prior to that role, she co-managed the Postgraduate and Public Policy Fellowship Programs, supporting fellows’ leadership journeys as they navigated life on and off Capitol Hill. Why are you bringing your talent to Excelencia ? As a mission-driven individual who has spent the last several years working for a national Latino-serving organization, it was important for me to continue contributing to a space that improves outcomes for all, while applying a Latino lens. Excelencia has provided me with the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of my greatest passions: community, education, leadership, and policy. How would you describe working at Excelencia ? I view Excelencia as a powerhouse of an organization. Founded with great intentionality, it is dynamic by nature and filled with dedicated staff – each connected to the mission in their own way. Working alongside such talented colleagues is a privilege.

Risa Dickson is Interim President of the University of La Verne and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page University of La Verne Risa Dickson Interim President Institution website: https://laverne.edu/ Bio Page: https://laverne.edu/president/ Risa Dickson is Interim President of the University of La Verne and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Ryan Cornner is Superintendent/President of Glendale Community College, California, and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Glendale Community College, California Ryan Cornner Superintendent/President Institution website: https://www.glendale.edu/home Bio Page: https://www.glendale.edu/about-gcc/administration/superintendent-president Ryan Cornner is Superintendent/President of Glendale Community College, California, and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Laura Skandera Trombley is President of Southwestern University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Southwestern University Laura Skandera Trombley President Institution website: https://www.southwestern.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.southwestern.edu/about-southwestern/president-trombley/ Laura Skandera Trombley is President of Southwestern University and part of Excelencia in Action network.

James Hurley is President of Tarleton State University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Tarleton State University James Hurley President Institution website: https://www.tarleton.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.tarleton.edu/president/about-dr-hurley-2/ James Hurley is President of Tarleton State University and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Latinos will need to earn 6.2 million degrees by 2030 to reach the U.S. degree attainment goal. Learn about Latino College Completion in Wisconsin. Latino College Completion - Wisconsin Nationally, the gap in degree completion between Latinos and their White peers continues. However, different patterns emerge within each state or location. To reach the Latino degree attainment goal by 2030, states can close the degree completion gap by accelerating Latino completion while increasing for all students and scale up programs and initiatives that work for Latino, and all, students. To find out more, scroll below. DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET Degree Attainment for Latino Students (2021) 24% Of Latino adults (25 and over) had earned an associate degree or higher VS 46% Of White adults Fast Facts Wisconsin had the 25th largest Latino population in the U.S. Latino Population 13% K-12 Population 7% Total Population 2-Year Graduation Rate 31% Latino Students 47% White Students Median Age 26 Latinos 44 White 4-Year Graduation Rate 55% Latino Students 67% White Students Degree Outcomes At two-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 16%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Wisconsin. At four-year institutions , Hispanics' graduation rate was 12%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Wisconsin. BACK TO MAIN LCC PAGE Top Institutions To find out more about the top institutions enrolling, and awarding associate and bachelor degrees to Hispanics by using the tabs below to navigate the information. Click on the tabs below to explore. ENROLLING ASSOCIATES DEGREES BACHELORS DEGREE Top Institutions Enrolling (Hispanic Undergraduates) in Wisconsin, 2021-2022 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Public, 4-year or above 18,322 2,532 14% 2 University of Wisconsin-Madison Public, 4-year or above 33,506 2,266 7% 3 Milwaukee Area Technical College Public, 2-year 11,010 2,057 19% 4 Marquette University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 7,466 1,162 16% 5 Madison Area Technical College Public, 4-year or above 8,536 1,120 13% Top Institutions Awarding Associate Degrees to Hispanics in Wisconsin, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 Milwaukee Area Technical College Public, 2-year 1,239 191 15% 2 Gateway Technical College Public, 2-year 719 144 20% 3 Madison Area Technical College Public, 4-year or above 1,445 114 8% 4 Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Public, 2-year 937 66 7% 5 Fox Valley Technical College Public, 2-year 912 40 4% Top Institutions Awarding Bachelor Degrees to Hispanics in Wisconsin, 2020-2021 Rank Institutions Sector Grand Total Hispanic Total % Hispanic 1 University of Wisconsin-Madison Public, 4-year or above 7,743 417 5% 2 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Public, 4-year or above 3,711 404 11% 3 Marquette University Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above 1,905 257 13% 4 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Public, 4-year or above 2,145 141 7% 5 University of Wisconsin-Parkside Public, 4-year or above 652 126 19% Examples of What Works for Latino, And All, Students Looking to know what works or connect with evidence-based programs recognized by Excelencia ? Our team can work with you to identify and connect with relevant programs making an impact on student success that can help you in your efforts to intentionally serve your Latino, and all, students. Click here to contact us . Sources Excelencia in Education. (2020). Ensuring America’s Future: Benchmarking Latino College Completion to 2030. Excelencia in Education. Washington, D.C. U.S. Census Bureau, 2021 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Excelencia in Education Analysis using the U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2021 Fall Enrollment, Graduation Rates Survey and Institutional Characteristics Survey.

Hubert Benitez is President of Saint Peter's University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Saint Peter's University Hubert Benitez President Institution website: https://www.saintpeters.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.saintpeters.edu/president/presidents-biography/ Hubert Benitez is President of Saint Peter's University and part of Excelencia in Action network.