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College persistence rates are at a decade high, with more than 77% of students returning for a second year. This article highlights encouraging gains among Black and Hispanic students while examining the continued persistence gaps across student populations.  Click to read more.

FAFSA Updates Explained: How New Rules Could Affect Your College Aid. Click to read more.

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  • Ebony Lovett, Wesleyan School, (GA)
  • Abby Smithwick, Agnes Scott College, (GA)
  • Jacqueline Bauer, Missouri S&T, (FL) 
  • Jonathan Woog, Charlotte Country Day School, (NC) 
  • Leah Hoffman, Forsyth Country Day School, (NC) 

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