Freshmen enrollment soared in the US in Fall 2024: 5 factors driving the surge Latest job recruitment

Freshmen enrollment in the U.S. has rebounded by 5.5% in Fall 2024, marking the first significant post-pandemic increase. This surge reflects shifting student priorities toward career-focused programs, with notable rises in short-term certificates and associate degrees. Financial aid reforms, community college accessibility, and online learning models have further contributed to this shift, with adult learners, particularly those over 25, driving much of the growth.