{"id":6460,"date":"2025-06-27T13:01:04","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T13:01:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/tech\/?p=6460"},"modified":"2025-06-27T13:01:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T13:01:04","slug":"excelencia-in-education-releases-comprehensive-new-profile-of-latino-students-in-higher-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/tech\/excelencia-in-education-releases-comprehensive-new-profile-of-latino-students-in-higher-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Excelencia in Education Releases Comprehensive New Profile of Latino Students in Higher Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271700%27%20height%3D%272200%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201700%202200%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271700%27%20height%3D%272200%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/coe.ccc.edu\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/COVER_Excelencia_2024LatinosInHigherEdFastFacts.png\" class=\"lazyload ff-og-image-inserted\" \/><\/div>\n<p>WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 9, 2024) \u2013 Excelencia in Education announces today the<br \/>release of a comprehensive new profile of Latino students \u2014 one of the fastest growing<br \/>populations in higher education \u2014 and institutions where they enroll in order to inform<br \/>policy and mobilize action that ensures they are served well. It shows Latinos represent<br \/>the majority of growth in the number of degrees earned nationwide, despite their lower<br \/>degree attainment compared to all students.<\/p>\n<p>The analysis, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edexcelencia.org\/research\/publications\/latinos-higher-education-2024-compilation-fast-facts?utm_source=press-release&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=latinos-higher-ed-2024-compilation\">Latinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts<\/a>,\u201d<br \/>demonstrates Latinos account for 79% of the 4% overall increase in the number of<br \/>degrees earned over the last five years. Latinos have made significant gains in degree<br \/>completion, but only 27% of Latinos had earned an associate degree or higher in<br \/>2021-22, compared to 44% of all people. Latinos continue to be underrepresented<br \/>across degree levels.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor 20 years, Excelencia has led the way with analysis and actionable efforts to<br \/>accelerate Latino student success in higher education,\u201d said Deborah Santiago,<br \/>co-founder and CEO of Excelencia. \u201cOur new compilation of fact sheets builds on these<br \/>efforts, sets the stage for national policy discussions, and equips institutions to more<br \/>intentionally serve the growing number of Latino students on their campuses while<br \/>increasing success for all.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In addition to providing a comprehensive profile of Latino students, institutions that<br \/>serve them, and the opportunities they face, the analysis informs Excelencia\u2019s four<br \/>policy priorities: affordability, institutional capacity, retention, and transfer.<br \/>Key findings from the analysis include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Latinos are far more likely to be first-generation college students. Half of<br \/>Latinos (51%) were first-generation college students, compared to African<br \/>Americans (38%), Asians (30%), and Whites (22%).<\/li>\n<li>Latinos are more likely to receive the federal Pell Grant. In 2019-20, about<br \/>half of Latino students (49%) received a Pell Grant, awarded to students<br \/>displaying exceptional financial need. Only 26% of Latinos accepted federal student loans, fewer than any group except Asians (25%).<\/li>\n<li>Latinos have the highest labor force participation rate. Two-thirds of Latinos (66%) participated in the labor force in 2022. However, Latinos are overrepresented in lower paying occupations, with 34% in manual labor roles.<\/li>\n<li>Institutions serving Latinos are predominantly Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). 600 HSIs represent 20% of all colleges and universities yet educate 63% of Latino students.<\/li>\n<li>Seal of Excelencia certified institutions graduate Latinos at a higher rate than institutions nationally. Institutions with the Seal \u2014 a national certification for intentionally serving Latino students \u2014 represented less than 1% of colleges and universities yet enrolled 15% and graduated 17% of Latino students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Excelencia in Education works with a national network of institutions committed to<br \/>knowing and intentionally serving Latino, and all, students so they thrive on their<br \/>campuses.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIncreasing the number of Latinos that earn degrees is essential to meeting our<br \/>country\u2019s workforce and civic leadership needs,\u201d said Sarita Brown, co-founder and<br \/>president of Excelencia. \u201cWe are proud to make common cause with institutional<br \/>leaders who choose to be part of our national network committed to accelerating Latino<br \/>student success in higher education. Together, they are ensuring America\u2019s bright future<br \/>with the talents of Latinos.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts\u201d benefited from the<br \/>support and public leadership of 24 colleges and universities that have earned the Seal<br \/>of Excelencia:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>City Colleges of Chicago, Richard J. Daley College<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>City Colleges of Chicago, Wilbur Wright College<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Arizona State University<\/li>\n<li>Austin Community College District<\/li>\n<li>California State University Channel Islands<\/li>\n<li>California State University, Fresno<\/li>\n<li>California State University, Fullerton<\/li>\n<li>California State University, Long Beach<\/li>\n<li>California State University, Northridge<\/li>\n<li>El Paso Community College<\/li>\n<li>Florida International University<\/li>\n<li>Grand Valley State University<\/li>\n<li>Long Beach City College<\/li>\n<li>Mercy University<\/li>\n<li>Miami Dade College<\/li>\n<li>San Antonio College<\/li>\n<li>South Texas College<\/li>\n<li>Edward\u2019s University<\/li>\n<li>University at Albany, SUNY<\/li>\n<li>University of Illinois Chicago<\/li>\n<li>The University of Texas at Arlington<\/li>\n<li>The University of Texas at Austin<\/li>\n<li>The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley<\/li>\n<li>The University of Texas at San Antonio<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Access the full analysis: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edexcelencia.org\/research\/publications\/latinos-higher-education-2024-compilation-fast-facts?utm_source=press-release&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=latinos-higher-ed-2024-compilation\">EdExcelencia.org\/latinos-higher-ed-2024-fast-facts<\/a><\/p>\n<p>###<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Excelencia in Education<\/strong><br \/>In 2024, Excelencia in Education marks 20 years of service to accelerate Latino student<br \/>success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting<br \/>analysis to inform educational policies, advancing institutional practices, and<br \/>collaborating with those committed and ready to meet the mission. Launched in 2004 in<br \/>the nation\u2019s capital, Excelencia has established a network of results-oriented educators<br \/>and policymakers to address the U.S. economy\u2019s needs for a highly educated workforce<br \/>and engaged civic leaders. For more information, visit: EdExcelencia.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 9, 2024) \u2013 Excelencia in Education announces today therelease of a comprehensive new profile of Latino students \u2014 one of the fastest growingpopulations in higher education \u2014 and institutions where they enroll in order to informpolicy and mobilize action that ensures they are served well. It shows Latinos representthe majority of growth in the number of degrees earned nationwide, despite their lowerdegree attainment compared to all students.<br \/>\nThe analysis, \u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts,\u201ddemonstrates Latinos account for 79% of the 4% overall increase in the number ofdegrees earned over the last five years. Latinos have made significant gains in degreecompletion, but only 27% of Latinos had earned an associate degree or higher in2021-22, compared to 44% of all people. Latinos continue to be underrepresentedacross degree levels.<br \/>\n\u201cFor 20 years, Excelencia has led the way with analysis and actionable efforts toaccelerate Latino student success in higher education,\u201d said Deborah Santiago,co-founder and CEO of Excelencia. \u201cOur new compilation of fact sheets builds on theseefforts, sets the stage for national policy discussions, and equips institutions to moreintentionally serve the growing number of Latino students on their campuses whileincreasing success for all.\u201d<br \/>\nIn addition to providing a comprehensive profile of Latino students, institutions thatserve them, and the opportunities they face, the analysis informs Excelencia\u2019s fourpolicy priorities: affordability, institutional capacity, retention, and transfer.Key findings from the analysis include:<\/p>\n<p>Latinos are far more likely to be first-generation college students. Half ofLatinos (51%) were first-generation college students, compared to AfricanAmericans (38%), Asians (30%), and Whites (22%).<br \/>\nLatinos are more likely to receive the federal Pell Grant. In 2019-20, abouthalf of Latino students (49%) received a Pell Grant, awarded to studentsdisplaying exceptional financial need. Only 26% of Latinos accepted federal student loans, fewer than any group except Asians (25%).<br \/>\nLatinos have the highest labor force participation rate. Two-thirds of Latinos (66%) participated in the labor force in 2022. However, Latinos are overrepresented in lower paying occupations, with 34% in manual labor roles.<br \/>\nInstitutions serving Latinos are predominantly Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). 600 HSIs represent 20% of all colleges and universities yet educate 63% of Latino students.<br \/>\nSeal of Excelencia certified institutions graduate Latinos at a higher rate than institutions nationally. Institutions with the Seal \u2014 a national certification for intentionally serving Latino students \u2014 represented less than 1% of colleges and universities yet enrolled 15% and graduated 17% of Latino students.<\/p>\n<p>Excelencia in Education works with a national network of institutions committed toknowing and intentionally serving Latino, and all, students so they thrive on theircampuses.<br \/>\n\u201cIncreasing the number of Latinos that earn degrees is essential to meeting ourcountry\u2019s workforce and civic leadership needs,\u201d said Sarita Brown, co-founder andpresident of Excelencia. \u201cWe are proud to make common cause with institutionalleaders who choose to be part of our national network committed to accelerating Latinostudent success in higher education. Together, they are ensuring America\u2019s bright futurewith the talents of Latinos.\u201d<br \/>\n\u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts\u201d benefited from thesupport and public leadership of 24 colleges and universities that have earned the Sealof Excelencia:<\/p>\n<p>City Colleges of Chicago, Richard J. Daley College<br \/>\nCity Colleges of Chicago, Wilbur Wright College<br \/>\nArizona State University<br \/>\nAustin Community College District<br \/>\nCalifornia State University Channel Islands<br \/>\nCalifornia State University, Fresno<br \/>\nCalifornia State University, Fullerton<br \/>\nCalifornia State University, Long Beach<br \/>\nCalifornia State University, Northridge<br \/>\nEl Paso Community College<br \/>\nFlorida International University<br \/>\nGrand Valley State University<br \/>\nLong Beach City College<br \/>\nMercy University<br \/>\nMiami Dade College<br \/>\nSan Antonio College<br \/>\nSouth Texas College<br \/>\nEdward\u2019s University<br \/>\nUniversity at Albany, SUNY<br \/>\nUniversity of Illinois Chicago<br \/>\nThe University of Texas at Arlington<br \/>\nThe University of Texas at Austin<br \/>\nThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley<br \/>\nThe University of Texas at San Antonio<\/p>\n<p>Access the full analysis: EdExcelencia.org\/latinos-higher-ed-2024-fast-facts<br \/>\n###<br \/>\nAbout Excelencia in EducationIn 2024, Excelencia in Education marks 20 years of service to accelerate Latino studentsuccess in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conductinganalysis to inform educational policies, advancing institutional practices, andcollaborating with those committed and ready to meet the mission. Launched in 2004 inthe nation\u2019s capital, Excelencia has established a network of results-oriented educatorsand policymakers to address the U.S. economy\u2019s needs for a highly educated workforceand engaged civic leaders. 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(April 9, 2024) \u2013 Excelencia in Education announces today therelease of a comprehensive new profile of Latino students \u2014 one of the fastest growingpopulations in higher education \u2014 and institutions where they enroll in order to informpolicy and mobilize action that ensures they are served well. It shows Latinos representthe majority of growth in the number of degrees earned nationwide, despite their lowerdegree attainment compared to all students. The analysis, \u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts,\u201ddemonstrates Latinos account for 79% of the 4% overall increase in the number ofdegrees earned over the last five years. Latinos have made significant gains in degreecompletion, but only 27% of Latinos had earned an associate degree or higher in2021-22, compared to 44% of all people. Latinos continue to be underrepresentedacross degree levels. \u201cFor 20 years, Excelencia has led the way with analysis and actionable efforts toaccelerate Latino student success in higher education,\u201d said Deborah Santiago,co-founder and CEO of Excelencia. \u201cOur new compilation of fact sheets builds on theseefforts, sets the stage for national policy discussions, and equips institutions to moreintentionally serve the growing number of Latino students on their campuses whileincreasing success for all.\u201d In addition to providing a comprehensive profile of Latino students, institutions thatserve them, and the opportunities they face, the analysis informs Excelencia\u2019s fourpolicy priorities: affordability, institutional capacity, retention, and transfer.Key findings from the analysis include: Latinos are far more likely to be first-generation college students. Half ofLatinos (51%) were first-generation college students, compared to AfricanAmericans (38%), Asians (30%), and Whites (22%). Latinos are more likely to receive the federal Pell Grant. In 2019-20, abouthalf of Latino students (49%) received a Pell Grant, awarded to studentsdisplaying exceptional financial need. Only 26% of Latinos accepted federal student loans, fewer than any group except Asians (25%). Latinos have the highest labor force participation rate. Two-thirds of Latinos (66%) participated in the labor force in 2022. However, Latinos are overrepresented in lower paying occupations, with 34% in manual labor roles. Institutions serving Latinos are predominantly Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). 600 HSIs represent 20% of all colleges and universities yet educate 63% of Latino students. Seal of Excelencia certified institutions graduate Latinos at a higher rate than institutions nationally. Institutions with the Seal \u2014 a national certification for intentionally serving Latino students \u2014 represented less than 1% of colleges and universities yet enrolled 15% and graduated 17% of Latino students. Excelencia in Education works with a national network of institutions committed toknowing and intentionally serving Latino, and all, students so they thrive on theircampuses. \u201cIncreasing the number of Latinos that earn degrees is essential to meeting ourcountry\u2019s workforce and civic leadership needs,\u201d said Sarita Brown, co-founder andpresident of Excelencia. \u201cWe are proud to make common cause with institutionalleaders who choose to be part of our national network committed to accelerating Latinostudent success in higher education. Together, they are ensuring America\u2019s bright futurewith the talents of Latinos.\u201d \u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts\u201d benefited from thesupport and public leadership of 24 colleges and universities that have earned the Sealof Excelencia: City Colleges of Chicago, Richard J. Daley College City Colleges of Chicago, Wilbur Wright College Arizona State University Austin Community College District California State University Channel Islands California State University, Fresno California State University, Fullerton California State University, Long Beach California State University, Northridge El Paso Community College Florida International University Grand Valley State University Long Beach City College Mercy University Miami Dade College San Antonio College South Texas College Edward\u2019s University University at Albany, SUNY University of Illinois Chicago The University of Texas at Arlington The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley The University of Texas at San Antonio Access the full analysis: EdExcelencia.org\/latinos-higher-ed-2024-fast-facts ### About Excelencia in EducationIn 2024, Excelencia in Education marks 20 years of service to accelerate Latino studentsuccess in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conductinganalysis to inform educational policies, advancing institutional practices, andcollaborating with those committed and ready to meet the mission. 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(April 9, 2024) \u2013 Excelencia in Education announces today therelease of a comprehensive new profile of Latino students \u2014 one of the fastest growingpopulations in higher education \u2014 and institutions where they enroll in order to informpolicy and mobilize action that ensures they are served well. It shows Latinos representthe majority of growth in the number of degrees earned nationwide, despite their lowerdegree attainment compared to all students. The analysis, \u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts,\u201ddemonstrates Latinos account for 79% of the 4% overall increase in the number ofdegrees earned over the last five years. Latinos have made significant gains in degreecompletion, but only 27% of Latinos had earned an associate degree or higher in2021-22, compared to 44% of all people. Latinos continue to be underrepresentedacross degree levels. \u201cFor 20 years, Excelencia has led the way with analysis and actionable efforts toaccelerate Latino student success in higher education,\u201d said Deborah Santiago,co-founder and CEO of Excelencia. \u201cOur new compilation of fact sheets builds on theseefforts, sets the stage for national policy discussions, and equips institutions to moreintentionally serve the growing number of Latino students on their campuses whileincreasing success for all.\u201d In addition to providing a comprehensive profile of Latino students, institutions thatserve them, and the opportunities they face, the analysis informs Excelencia\u2019s fourpolicy priorities: affordability, institutional capacity, retention, and transfer.Key findings from the analysis include: Latinos are far more likely to be first-generation college students. Half ofLatinos (51%) were first-generation college students, compared to AfricanAmericans (38%), Asians (30%), and Whites (22%). Latinos are more likely to receive the federal Pell Grant. In 2019-20, abouthalf of Latino students (49%) received a Pell Grant, awarded to studentsdisplaying exceptional financial need. Only 26% of Latinos accepted federal student loans, fewer than any group except Asians (25%). Latinos have the highest labor force participation rate. Two-thirds of Latinos (66%) participated in the labor force in 2022. However, Latinos are overrepresented in lower paying occupations, with 34% in manual labor roles. Institutions serving Latinos are predominantly Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). 600 HSIs represent 20% of all colleges and universities yet educate 63% of Latino students. Seal of Excelencia certified institutions graduate Latinos at a higher rate than institutions nationally. Institutions with the Seal \u2014 a national certification for intentionally serving Latino students \u2014 represented less than 1% of colleges and universities yet enrolled 15% and graduated 17% of Latino students. Excelencia in Education works with a national network of institutions committed toknowing and intentionally serving Latino, and all, students so they thrive on theircampuses. \u201cIncreasing the number of Latinos that earn degrees is essential to meeting ourcountry\u2019s workforce and civic leadership needs,\u201d said Sarita Brown, co-founder andpresident of Excelencia. \u201cWe are proud to make common cause with institutionalleaders who choose to be part of our national network committed to accelerating Latinostudent success in higher education. Together, they are ensuring America\u2019s bright futurewith the talents of Latinos.\u201d \u201cLatinos in Higher Education: 2024 Compilation of Fast Facts\u201d benefited from thesupport and public leadership of 24 colleges and universities that have earned the Sealof Excelencia: City Colleges of Chicago, Richard J. Daley College City Colleges of Chicago, Wilbur Wright College Arizona State University Austin Community College District California State University Channel Islands California State University, Fresno California State University, Fullerton California State University, Long Beach California State University, Northridge El Paso Community College Florida International University Grand Valley State University Long Beach City College Mercy University Miami Dade College San Antonio College South Texas College Edward\u2019s University University at Albany, SUNY University of Illinois Chicago The University of Texas at Arlington The University of Texas at Austin The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley The University of Texas at San Antonio Access the full analysis: EdExcelencia.org\/latinos-higher-ed-2024-fast-facts ### About Excelencia in EducationIn 2024, Excelencia in Education marks 20 years of service to accelerate Latino studentsuccess in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conductinganalysis to inform educational policies, advancing institutional practices, andcollaborating with those committed and ready to meet the mission. 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