Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning

College-Going Culture in High Schools: The Effects of College Expectations and College Talk on Students’ Postsecondary Attendance

Evidence in Action

Shayna Pond | Published: June 13th, 2025 by K20 Center

  • PLANS Data Source Grade Level Attendance, GPA, KISSCE - College Access, KISSCE - Engagement

Summary

This brief explores the impact of The Degree Project (TDP) promise scholarship on high school students' college financial knowledge and choice. Despite early awareness of the scholarship, students had limited understanding of how to finance college, highlighting the need for additional academic and social supports.