As many colleges and universities struggle to maintain enrollment levels, they are looking beyond traditional students to grow their ranks. In this Spotlight on Enrollment, we take a deep dive into two key areas of focus: dual-enrollment participants and adult learners.

Dual enrollment has long been a means of helping high-achieving high school students get ahead for college. But it has the potential to be much more than that. Meanwhile, higher ed has historically underestimated — and underserved — older students, who bring with them unique life and work experience that institutions can benefit from better understanding.

Read more to learn how institutions are approaching enrollment issues today.

1. Dual enrollment is increasing college-going behavior, but only for some students

   These programs offer a taste of the college experience, but certain limitations hinder access for students from underserved backgrounds. Read More →

2. Higher ed administrators can better serve adult learners — here's how

   Older students often have different learning needs. Here are four, expert-recommended strategies for recruiting and retaining them. Read More →

3. Considering socioeconomic status key to boosting college enrollment

   Older students often have different learning needs. Here are four, expert-recommended strategies for recruiting and retaining them. Read More →

4. Addressing the gap between enrollment and graduation

   Dropouts cost higher education about $16.5 billion a year in lost tuition. Colleges are developing solutions to boost retention of all types of students. Read More →

5. How institutions can continue to attract international students

   Brad Farnsworth of the American Council on Education writes that there are obvious steps that can be taken to keep international student enrollment up. Read More →