The article discusses persistent barriers faced by caregiving students in enrolling in and completing college. These include basic needs insecurity and high childcare costs. It provides five key takeaways on supporting these students in higher education.
Key Points
- Caregiving students experience basic needs insecurity impacting college access.
- High childcare costs create significant barriers to enrollment and completion.
- Persistent challenges highlight the need for targeted support in higher ed.
Implications for Educational Freedom
This underscores the importance of educational freedom in higher education, such as flexible programs or vouchers for childcare, to empower parents and caregivers in pursuing degrees without government overreach limiting options.