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Every student is a unique data point in a massive sea of education statistics. While we often look at national averages for graduation rates or median earnings, we rarely talk…

Imagine a pilot who ignores the altimeter because they feel like they are flying high enough. In the world of education, relying on feelings rather than hard numbers is a…

We live in an age of “smart” everything. Our thermostats learn our schedules, our watches track our heartbeats, and our phones predict our next words. This desire for smart living—using…

Discussing investment in higher education often focuses on tuition and textbooks, but the hidden cost of the modern degree often involves a different kind of capital: emotional and psychological bandwidth….

Choosing remote learning is often an eco-friendly decision, as it significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with daily commuting and campus energy use. By eliminating the need for physical travel,…

Highlighting craftsmanship that is relevant to the topic, I often think about how building a college career is like building a custom home. You need a solid foundation, but sometimes…

Have you ever wondered if sacrificing your Saturdays and Sundays for a degree actually pays off for your family’s long-term stability and your career growth? As a data analyst who…

Walking onto a college campus for the first time often feels like stepping into a future that was once out of reach. For many, that feeling is made possible by…

My goal is to help you navigate the often confusing world of professional growth by using the same data I rely on to track national education trends. I want to…

One immediate insight for anyone considering a major career shift: NCES data indicates that adult learners over age 30 who successfully complete their first year of post-secondary study are 15%…