Resources

Report

Online by Design: Delivering Robust and Relevant Academics to Support Learner Success

April 1, 2025

Online learning offerings are increasingly offered at public and non-profit colleges and universities and include robust wraparound supports, intentional learner-centered design of courses and programs, high levels of interaction and engagement, and career transition supports and services. The fourth piece in CHEPP's online by design series identifies the key elements of a robust and relevant academic experience and delves into three institutional case studies that demonstrate how these elements are fulfilled in online academic programs. As policymakers and institutions adapt to the online learning environment, this paper offers insights into the required resources and supports necessary for online learner success.

Letter

Sign-on Letter to Calling Congress to Protect Funding for Postsecondary Education and Student Support in its Current Budget Process

March 15, 2025

CHEPP joined 101 organizations, institutions, and advocates urging Congress to protect funding that supports higher education student success in the budget reconciliation process. With 72% of jobs estimated to require postsecondary education by 2031, investing in higher education and student success is critical to the nation's economy. Congress should protect federal financial aid, including the Pell Grant and affordable loan repayment options, and public benefits, including access to affordable health care and SNAP.

Letter

Sign-on Letter Asking Congress to Protect Critical Postsecondary Data and Research Infrastructure

March 10, 2025

CHEPP recently joined 87 organizations and individuals, with the Postsecondary Data Collaborative, in urging Congress to take immediate action to safeguard the integrity, transparency, and security of postsecondary data systems. This letter is in response to recent actions by the Trump Administration that undermine education research and data collection that is used to inform policymakers, researchers, and educators in supporting student success and workforce development.

Letter

Sign-on Letter Calling for Congress to Fully Fund the Pell Grant

February 26, 2025

CHEPP joined over 100 organizations in signing a letter asking Congress to prevent the projected $2.7 billion funding shortfall in the Pell Grant program. A shortfall could result in a reduction of Pell Grant funding for the first time in over a decade, including fewer students potentially being eligible for Pell and cuts to the current maximum grant of $7,395. Any reduction of the Pell Grant would increase the cost of higher education for low-income students and their families.