Rosemary Costigan is President of Community College of Rhode Island and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Community College of Rhode Island Rosemary Costigan President Institution website: https://www.ccri.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.ccri.edu/president/bio.html Rosemary Costigan is President of Community College of Rhode Island and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Gary S. May is Chancellor of the University of California-Davis and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page University of California-Davis Gary S. May Chancellor Institution website: https://www.ucdavis.edu/ Bio Page: https://leadership.ucdavis.edu/chancellor/gary-s-may Gary S. May is Chancellor of the University of California-Davis and part of Excelencia in Action network.

This brief examines the profile of Latino students at the most selective institutions and reviews the institutional efforts at four universities in California. < Back From Selectivity to Success: Latinos at Selective Institutions Deborah A. Santiago ; Morgan Taylor; Emily Calderón Galdeano May 2016 DOWNLOADS/LINKS Publication Executive Summary SHARE RESEARCH LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) Copy link Overview The most selective institutions of higher education are recognized by their competitive admissions, low admittance rates, high cost to attend, and the prestige garnered from achievements of their alumni. Latinos’ graduation rates at the most selective institutions of higher education are higher than at less selective institutions. Yet, only 12 percent of Latinos are enrolled at these institutions. At a time when more attention is given to the benefits of attending a selective institution and these institutions look to increase the diversity of their student body, it is critical to look at how they contribute to Latino, and all, student success. From Selectivity to Success: Latinos at Selective Institutions examines the profile of Latino students at the most selective institutions and reviews the institutional efforts at four universities in California to frame a better understanding of factors that might explicitly and intentionally support Latino, and all, student success. The research and analysis for this brief were supported by the Gilbert & Jacki Cisneros Foundation. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FULL CAPITOL HILL BRIEFING Please allow a few seconds for loading of interactive infographic. Click button below to download the infographic as a PDF. Infographic - PDF - From Selectivity to Success- Latinos at Selective Institutions .pdf Download PDF • 477KB Return to Research Library Related Research by Issue Area - Education Pathways Financial Aid Institutional Practices Student Success Workforce

This factsheet provides an overview of the Latina population and college enrollment and educational attainment of Latinas at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). < Back Latinas at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) Excelencia in Education March 2023 DOWNLOADS/LINKS Fact Sheet SHARE RESEARCH LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) Copy link Overview The Latino population in the United States has grown significantly over the last decade, and Latina representation has grown more quickly than Latinos. This factsheet provides an overview of the Latina population, as well as the college enrollment and educational attainment of Latinas at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) — a critical set of institutions enrolling and graduating Latinos, and other post-traditional students, in the U.S. Suggested Citation: Excelencia in Education. (March 2023). Latinas at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). Washington, D.C.: Excelencia in Education. Infographics to share Return to Research Library Related Research by Issue Area - Education Pathways Financial Aid Institutional Practices Student Success Workforce

This report portrays perspectives and leadership choices by select college and university presidents on the front lines of the changing higher education landscape. < Back Leading in a Changing America: Presidential Perspectives from Hispanic-Serving Institutions Deborah A. Santiago May 2009 DOWNLOADS/LINKS Publication SHARE RESEARCH LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) Copy link Overview This report portrays the perspectives and leadership choices by a select group of college and university presidents who are on the front lines of the changing higher education landscape. These leaders offer pragmatic approaches for serving first generation college-going students in the present and visions for the future of higher education that can inform the future of public policy in higher education to serve a changing America. All are presidents of institutions that enroll large numbers of nontraditional college students in some of the largest and most populous states in the country: California, New York, and Texas. Their institutions rank among the top in the country in both enrolling and graduating Latinos. Return to Research Library Related Research by Issue Area - Education Pathways Financial Aid Institutional Practices Student Success Workforce

Lisa Freeman is President of Northern Illinois University and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Northern Illinois University Lisa Freeman President Institution website: https://www.niu.edu/index.shtml Bio Page: https://www.niu.edu/president/about/index.shtml Lisa Freeman is President of Northern Illinois University and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Excelencia collaborated with 4 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and their employer partners to learn how they prepare Latino students for the workforce. < Back Tapping Latino Talent: How HSIs are Preparing Latino Students for the Workforce Janette Martinez; Deborah A. Santiago July 2020 DOWNLOADS/LINKS Publication SHARE RESEARCH LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) Copy link Overview Institutions that know who they are serving, like the ones featured in this report, can more readily adapt to serve their students best - especially in challenging times. Latinos’ degree attainment and skill development are important to our nation’s need for a competitive workforce and strong civic leadership. Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) enroll the majority of Latino students (67%) and thus can play an integral part in Latino students’ academic success and workforce preparation. Trendsetting HSIs are continuously adapting their efforts to support students’ strengths and meet their needs. Excelencia in Education collaborated with practitioners at four trendsetting HSIs and their employer partners to learn how they are preparing their students to enter into the workforce and remain competitive: Felician University (New Jersey) Florida International University (Florida) CUNY Lehman College (New York) Texas Woman’s University (Texas) This brief was ready to be released before the Covid-19 pandemic. Excelencia followed up with the leaders of these four institutions to learn how they shifted their efforts in order to serve their students. Findings: Five strategies to SERVE that were consistent across the institutions are detailed in this brief: Workforce preparation is a goal across campus, not just the role of the career services offices. The institutions have adapted to changes in workforce demands and changes in their student bodies. Institutions are emphasizing experiential learning opportunities in and outside the classroom to expand access to hands-on learning. Institutions are revamping their workforce efforts based on data and using data to continually evolve. The institutions work with local employers to meet the needs of the region and make the transition from school to work easier for their students. Webinar Presenters: Deborah Santiago , CEO, Excelencia in Education (moderator) Janette Martinez , Senior Policy and Research Analyst, Excelencia in Education Nicolas Valencia Diaz , Biomedical Engineering student, Florida International University Patricia Roe , Vice President of Philanthropy, Strada Education Network Mark Rosenberg , President, Florida International University and Excelencia President for Latino Student Success Webinar-Presentation-Tapping-Latino-Talent .pdf Download PDF • 2.11MB Return to Research Library Related Research by Issue Area - Education Pathways Financial Aid Institutional Practices Student Success Workforce

Rebekah Woods is President of Columbia Basin College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Columbia Basin College Rebekah Woods President Institution website: https://www.columbiabasin.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.columbiabasin.edu/connect/about-cbc/our-leadership/meet-the-leadership-team.html Rebekah Woods is President of Columbia Basin College and part of Excelencia in Action network.

Excelencia in Education is committed to accelerating Latino college completion while increasing for all. Our analysis shows persistent gaps between Latino and White students in New Jersey, highlighting the need for strategies that accelerate Latino degree attainment and support success for all students. Latino College Completion - New Jersey Nationally, the gap in degree completion between Latinos and their White peers continues. To make our country stronger and meet the economy’s demand for a highly educated workforce, we must ensure access to quality higher education for Latino, and all, students. This requires accelerating Latino degree completion, increasing completion for all students, and scaling programs and initiatives proven to support Latino, and all, student success. The following demographics, institutional data, and practices inform Latino degree attainment. To find out more, scroll below. DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET Degree Attainment for Latino Students (2026) 30% Of Latino adults (25 and over) had earned an associate degree or higher VS 56% Of White adults Fast Facts New Jersey had the 7th largest Latino population in the U.S. Latino Population 29% K-12 Population 23% Total Population Enrollment 20% Latino Students 25% White Students Median Age 33 Latinos 46 White Median Income $37,297 Without a college degree $77,179 With a college degree Degree Outcomes At two-year institutions, Hispanics' graduation rate was 14%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in New Jersey. At four-year institutions, Hispanics' graduation rate was 15%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in New Jersey. Top Institutions Enrolling and Graduating Hispanic Undergraduates, 2026 Rank Institution Name Sector Total Enrollment Hispanic Enrollment % Hispanic Enrollment Total Completions Hispanic Completions % Hispanic Completions 1 Montclair State University Public, 4-year or above 17,677 6,820 39% 3,788 1,183 31% 2 Rutgers University-New Brunswick Public, 4-year or above 36,357 5,682 16% 8,769 1,193 14% 3 Bergen Community College Public, 2-year 10,597 4,558 43% 1,607 545 34% 4 Kean University Public, 4-year or above 10,842 4,002 37% 2,313 723 31% 5 UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ Public, 2-year 7,760 3,643 47% 1,404 537 38% BACK TO MAIN LCC PAGE 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 U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Excelencia in Education analysis using U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2023 Fall Enrollment, Graduation Rates Survey, and Institutional Characteristics Survey.

Excelencia in Education is committed to accelerating Latino college completion while increasing for all. Our analysis shows persistent gaps between Latino and White students in Oklahoma, highlighting the need for strategies that accelerate Latino degree attainment and support success for all students. Latino College Completion - Oklahoma Nationally, the gap in degree completion between Latinos and their White peers continues. To make our country stronger and meet the economy’s demand for a highly educated workforce, we must ensure access to quality higher education for Latino, and all, students. This requires accelerating Latino degree completion, increasing completion for all students, and scaling programs and initiatives proven to support Latino, and all, student success. The following demographics, institutional data, and practices inform Latino degree attainment. To find out more, scroll below. DOWNLOAD FACT SHEET Degree Attainment for Latino Students (2026) 22% Of Latino adults (25 and over) had earned an associate degree or higher VS 40% Of White adults Fast Facts Oklahoma had the 25th largest Latino population in the U.S. Latino Population 19% K-12 Population 13% Total Population Enrollment 15% Latino Students 20% White Students Median Age 24 Latinos 42 White Median Income $33,109 Without a college degree $55,393 With a college degree Degree Outcomes At two-year institutions, Hispanics' graduation rate was 5%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Oklahoma. At four-year institutions, Hispanics' graduation rate was 11%-points lower than that of their White non-Hispanic peers in Oklahoma. Top Institutions Enrolling and Graduating Hispanic Undergraduates, 2026 Rank Institution Name Sector Total Enrollment Hispanic Enrollment % Hispanic Enrollment Total Completions Hispanic Completions % Hispanic Completions 1 University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Public, 4-year or above 21,496 3,055 14% 4,464 526 12% 2 Oklahoma City Community College Public, 2-year 9,578 2,257 24% 1,593 259 16% 3 Oklahoma State University-Main Campus Public, 4-year or above 20,814 2,016 10% 4,790 382 8% 4 Tulsa Community College Public, 2-year 11,397 1,844 16% 2,600 312 12% 5 University of Central Oklahoma Public, 4-year or above 10,132 1,547 15% 2,265 304 13% BACK TO MAIN LCC PAGE 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 U.S. Census Bureau, 2023 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates. Excelencia in Education analysis using U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), 2023 Fall Enrollment, Graduation Rates Survey, and Institutional Characteristics Survey.

Martha Garcia is President of Mt. San Antonio College and part of Excelencia in Action network. < Back to E-Action Main Page Mt. San Antonio College Martha Garcia President Institution website: https://www.mtsac.edu/ Bio Page: https://www.mtsac.edu/president/ Martha Garcia is President of Mt. San Antonio College and part of Excelencia in Action network.

This brief summarizes practices from 12 stop Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) improving access, retention, and academic achievement of Latino, and all, students. < Back Modeling Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs): Campus Practices That Work for Latino Students Deborah A. Santiago May 2008 DOWNLOADS/LINKS Publication SHARE RESEARCH LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) Copy link Overview This report focuses on successful practices at 12 top-ranked Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) working to increase Latino, and all, student success. Designed to provide a closer view of effective leadership, institutional practices, and guiding principles supporting Latino, and all, student success, this report offers promising ideas and strategies for all U.S. colleges and universities to bolster results for Latino students. Return to Research Library Related Research by Issue Area - Education Pathways Financial Aid Institutional Practices Student Success Workforce