Watch the Webcast Recording of the 11th Edition Knocking at the College Door Release
For many years, demographers have warned that the number of high school graduates would peak then decline, adding new pressure to postsecondary enrollments facing the proverbial “cliff.” As predicted, the United States next year will reach its highest peak ever for high school graduates and then enter a period of slow and steady decline, according to the 11th edition of Knocking at the College Door, which was released December 11, 2024. Read the press release.
Media Mentions
Featured Media Mention | September 26, 2025
Guaranteed SJSU Admission for Eligible Morgan Hill Students
A local news story from KTVU in Morgan Hill, CA, reports that the Morgan Hill Unified School District and San Jose State University have announced a new partnership, guaranteeing eligible graduates a spot at the university starting next fall....
The Monday Briefing
CU President Todd Saliman referenced Knocking at the College Door: Projections of High School Graduates in a recent interview on the Valley Pod. The Monday Briefing and Valley Pod are features of the Alamosa Citizen News. View the original article...
August 04, 2025
Why More Senior Retirees are Moving Onto University Campuses
Article from Bloomberg about the appeal of campus living for retirees as universities face enrollment and financial concerns. View the original source here ($).
July 19, 2025
South L.A. High School Students Graduated With AA Degrees Ensure College Dream Remains Attainable
Local news story about high school graduates in Los Angeles. Knocking at the College Door: Projections of High School Graduates is referenced. View the original source here.
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