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How Do Incoming Community College Students Think About Programs of Study and Potential Careers?

Lahr, Hana Elizabeth; Minaya, Veronica; Baker, Rachel B.; Delgado, Patrick Lavallee

Using survey data from incoming students at four colleges, this report examines how they think about choosing a program of study, how well their educational and career goals align, and implications for colleges seeking to better support students’ decision-making.

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Academic Units
Community College Research Center
Publisher
Community College Research Center, Teachers College, Columbia University
Series
CCRC Reports
Published Here
December 16, 2025