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Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey Report: Spring 2025

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Title: Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey Report: Spring 2025
Language: English
Authors: Allyson Cornett, Morgan Beckham, Lydia Mentzer, Bryan Ashton, Trellis Strategies
Source: Online Submission. 2026.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 18
Publication Date: 2026
Intended Audience: Administrators; Policymakers
Document Type: Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Stopouts, Dropouts, Economic Factors, Family Influence, Student Responsibility, Academic Persistence, School Holding Power, Educational Environment, Student College Relationship, Student Surveys, Educational Attainment
Abstract: This report summarizes findings from the Spring 2025 implementation of the Some College, No Credential (SCNC) Survey, which collected responses from 3,182 former undergraduate students across 58 institutions in 13 states. The findings explore why students stopped out without earning a credential, highlighting the role of financial hardship, work and caregiving responsibilities, and institutional barriers, as well as students' perceptions of the value of higher education. By centering the voices of SCNC learners, the report offers actionable insights for institutional leaders and policymakers seeking to strengthen re‑enrollment strategies and support students in returning to and completing their education.
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