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‘What If It Goes Right?’ Faeryn’s Journey as an Adult Learner
Faeryn’s journey is one of remarkable perseverance and rediscovered potential. She returned to college after many years away
Ashley’s Return to School: How One Adult Learner is Reclaiming Her Education
When Ashley decided to return to college as an adult learner, she wasn’t quite sure what to expect.
From Stop-out to Dean’s List: Jennifer’s Return to College
Going back to school can be a daunting decision for many, especially when life presents unexpected challenges. For
From Housing Insecurity to Graduation: Teresa’s Inspiring Journey
Teresa’s path to earning her degree has been anything but conventional, and her story is a powerful testament
Rewriting Her Future: Tasha’s Road Back to School
Returning to school as an adult is no small feat. It requires courage, resilience, and a belief in
Military Students: Tailoring Academic Support for Success
Military Students: Tailoring Academic Support for Success As educational institutions are considering the resources and associated costs for
Dispelling Myths: Understanding the True Needs of Adult Students in Higher Education
Dispelling Myths: Understanding the True Needs of Adult Students in Higher Education Inherent biases within institutions, despite all
Responding to the Unique Support Services Required by Adult Students in Higher Ed
The rise of adult learners in higher education is prompting universities to adapt their support services. These students
High School Benchmarks
This ninth annual report provides the most current data on high school graduates’ postsecondary enrollment, persistence, and completion
COVID-19 Stay Informed with the Latest Enrollment Information
In fall 2021, the second fall semester of the COVID-19 pandemic, many colleges have fully resumed in-person classes
Students and Administrators on Post-Pandemic Imperatives
As economic changes continue to require more postsecondary education for career success, colleges and universities stand to play
Understanding The Whole Learner
This white paper centers around adults’ unique backgrounds such as motivations, prior schooling experiences, and linguistic and cultural
myFootpath Launches Reengagement Campaign with Utah Valley University
Chicago, IL, August 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ —myFootpath, a trusted higher education service provider with more than 25 years of experience,
2025 SCNC Report
The National Student Clearinghouse released its new report on the SCNC student population. Highlights include: Access data here:
Transforming Education for Adult Learners
Student success is a guiding principle across institutions and should serve as the north star for how they
The State of Practice for Retaining (and Recruiting) Adult, Online Students
Don Hossler, Ph.D., Luke Schultheis, Ph.D. and JT Allen conducted a grounded theory study through interviews with dozens
Reengaging Stopouts: Innovative Strategies by Entrepreneurial Universities and Partners
Empowering Texas Students: The Impact of myFootpath’s New Partnerships
Chicago, Illinois – 3/11/2025 – myFootpath, a leading higher education service provider for over 20 years, has announced
myFootpath Partners with Regis University
Chicago, Illinois – 2/18/2025 – myFootpath, a leading higher education service provider for over 20+ years, has announced
myFootpath Partners with Felician University
Chicago, Illinois – 2/5/2025 – myFootpath, a leading higher education service provider for over 20+ years, has announced
An Interview With Don Hossler
The Vital Role of Continuing and Online Education in Higher Ed
Presently, continuing and online learning has never been more crucial in higher education and professional settings. The demands
It Takes New Enrollment Efforts To Get Results Today
It Takes New Enrollment Efforts To Get Results Today Maybe there have been times as tumultuous as these,
Military Students: Tailoring Academic Support for Success
Military Students: Tailoring Academic Support for Success As educational institutions are considering the resources and associated costs for