Monday, July 11, 2016: 9:45 AM-10:45 AM
Thurgood Marshall North (Marriott Wardman Park)
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Session Type: Interest Sessions Track: Research & Data Analysis Track |
Audience: All
Credit Type: Credit Hours and Clock Hours School Type: All Schools |
Despite being among the most disadvantaged groups with respect to college access and success in the United States, not much is known about the attainment of former foster youth. This lack of knowledge is somewhat surprising considering that graduation rates range from 1 percent - 11 percent (Dworsky & Havlicek, 2010; Pecora, Williams, Kessler, Downs, & O'Brien, 2003). This session will provide a longitudinal overview of former foster youth in higher education, their receipt of financial aid and their educational outcomes. Presenters will encourage attendees to engage in a discussion about what financial aid practitioners can do, in light of the data.
Moderator:
Jacob Gross ()
Speakers: