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In this newsletter: We continue our 'Pencils Down' series, looking at how enrollment declines and other challenges at the Community College of Allegheny County affect students and the Pittsburgh region. With our second installment, higher ed reporter Emma Folts explores how CCAC students fare when they want to transfer to four-year universities and hears from CCAC's president about the process and its importance.

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Most community college students hope to earn a bachelor’s degree. CCAC students have better odds than others nationwide

Community college students sometimes struggle with the transfer process, and when they run into barriers, they may waste money on classes they don’t need — or drop out. Here’s what Pittsburgh schools are doing to stem the losses.

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PENCILS DOWN

CCAC has lost half its student body since 2010. As fewer students show, the consequences for Pittsburgh grow. —Originally published May 8, 2023

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On July 15, we’re partnering with the Carnegie Library of Homestead for a fun, useful and free session presented by co-executive director and editor-in-chief Halle Stockton and higher education reporter Emma Folts. Join us to learn how to compose a powerful personal narrative, get feedback and pitch your story to others. Space is limited; click here to register. Presented with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation.

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