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Hispanic College Enrollment is Growing, but More Needs to be Done

By  - September 17, 2023

The number of Hispanic people ages 18 to 24 enrolled in college has doubled since 2005. While this is good news, the leadership at the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) says continued and increased support for the community remains critical.

​One factor behind the enrollment rise is the growth of the nation’s Hispanic population — from 14.6 million in 1980 to 62.1 million in 2021 — according to the U.S. Census Bureau article “Significant Educational Strides by Young Hispanic Population,” published in May.

In fact, educational attainment across the board has increased among Hispanic populations, including high school graduation rates. To read more, click here.