The second in a series of institutional research reports that demonstrate the role the Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) plays in supporting the educational needs of the community, this report highlights some of the opportunities and benefits that students accrue from their enrollment at the College. CCP provides the community with…

A small number of studies conducted during the 1980's provide insights into the magnitude of transfer activity and the characteristics of students who are likely to transfer. The studies, based occasionally on state data and more frequently on secondary analyses of the U.S. Department of Education's longitudinal databases, reveal that: (1)…

A program review of Illinois' public junior college system was conducted. Two thousand students, teachers and administrators on 19 campuses were surveyed. Findings in these areas are discussed: (1) the baccalaureate-transfer mission--Junior colleges are not sufficiently screening applicants for such programs. (2) occupational education…