Infographics
Each week, the Council distributes an infographic as part of our "KY Higher Ed Matters"
campaign. Follow us on Twitter or subscribe to our News Clips to view upcoming items.
(View the archives: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019.)
Dec. 19, 2024 - Balancing academic, work and home responsibilities tops the list of
main stressors for students, no matter the age
Dec. 12, 2024 Kentucky's dual enrollment students most likely white, female, low-income
and attending a two-year institution
Dec. 5, 2024 - Only a quarter of employers engage with students while they are making
career decisions in high school
Nov. 21, 2024 - College graduates classified as low-income as students more likely
to be employed and working in Kentucky five years later
Nov. 14 - While parents worry about and discuss their children's plans for the future,
considerably less effort is centered on college plans
Oct. 24, 2024 - Liberal arts, psychology and social science graduates who receive
holistic career coaching experience better employment outcomes
Oct. 17, 2024 - One in five low-income Kentucky public high school graduates goes
on to obtain a postsecondary credential
Oct. 10, 2024 - Male students almost twice as likely to have conditions affecting
learning, such as autism, developmental delay and speech-language challenges
Oct. 3, 2024 - Preliminary fall undergraduate enrollment increases by almost 6,000
students, gains made across student groups and sectors
Sept. 12, 2024 - Prevalence of food insecurity among students, which often indicates
other financial struggles, highlights the need for financial literacy and campus food
pantries
Aug. 29, 2024 - High price of course materials affects student success
Aug. 22, 2024 - Students, college presidents have different takes on what is contributing
to the mental health crisis among college students
Aug. 15, 2024 - Nearly all adults without a college degree say at least one type of
postsecondary credential is extremely or very valuable
Aug. 8, 2024 - U.S. employers divided as to whether or not recent college graduates
are ready for the workforce
Aug. 1, 2024 - Kentucky among states to experience a decline in the number of students
going to college due to trends in birth rates
July 24, 2024 - While rates remain low, Kentucky’s increase in the percentage of high
school seniors completing the FAFSA over the summer surpasses previous years
July 11, 2024 - Large disparities in college-going rates exist among certain populations
of Kentucky high school seniors
June 27, 2024 - Veterans with bachelor’s degrees earn considerably more throughout
their lifetimes compared to those with high school diplomas and some skills training
June 20, 2024 - Students much more likely to prefer course formats with elements of
online learning compared to instructors
June 13, 2024 - Increased number of college students with disabilities highlights
critical need for more campus support services
June 6, 2024 - Only half of U.S. LGBTQ+ student who need mental health care access
services
May 30, 2024 - Current FAFSA completion rates for high school seniors even lower than
same point in time during the pandemic
May 23, 2024 - Counselors at public high schools less likely to have tme to provide
assistance with college preparation
May 16, 2024 - Underemployment least likely for graduates of nursing, education and
STEM programs
May 9, 2024 - Graduate student enrollment increases across genders, however male enrollment
at AIKCU institutions increases almost 500%
May 2, 2024 - Majority of students underestimate the cost of college, however trend
more prevalent among underrepresented students
April 25, 2024 - Understanding students at risk of non-completion
April 18, 2024 - College enrollment, first-year success and second-year persistence
of Kentucky students heavily correlated with participation in dual credit programs
during high school
April 11, 2024 - One out of five Kentucky undergraduates enrolled is a parent, more
likely to be female and with low income
April 4, 2024 - Large gender disparities prevalent in college majors among Kentucky
undergraduate students
March 28, 2024 - Student confidence in essential skills acquisition higher than rating
given by employers
March 21, 2024 - Over a quarter of students say that mental health concerns may affect
their decision to attend college
March 14, 2024 - Students more likely to gauge college success based on academic performance
rather than career goals
March 7, 2024 - Kentucky ranked fifth nationally in gains for degree attainment
Feb. 29, 2024 - Black and Hispanic students more likely to consider stopping out of
college
Feb. 22, 2024 - One-third of Kentucky high school seniors earn a college degree or
credential within seven years of graduation
Feb. 15, 2024 - Juggling caregiving and work responsibilities poses significant barriers for community college students
Feb. 8, 2024 - Percentage of undergraduate underrepresented minority students increases
over decade
Jan. 25, 2024 - Percentage of Kentucky students earning dual credit now surpasses
Advance Placement course participation
Jan. 18, 2024 - Overall education attainment continues to grow, largest gains in adults
with baccalaureate, graduate and professional degrees
Jan. 11, 2024 - Nearly two-thirds of Kentucky jobs will require some form of postsecondary
education by 2031
Jan. 4, 2024 - Majority of Americans believe the work of colleges benefits all
Last Updated: 12/19/2024