Create a graphic, image, chart, table, or summary of the enrollment demographics at an individual Mississippi community college, the entire Mississippi community college system, or an overview of the American community college system. Be sure to note which group you are providing and the year of the data. Try to keep it within the last 3-4 years.
NOTE: The Institute of Education Sciences (IES), is a well-known, widely-used, and reliable source of education research and statistics. The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) is a vital source for information and data for post-secondary institutions. You don’t have to use this link but I wanted to make you aware of the resource.
IPEDS: https://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/Links to an external site.
In general, what are some of the differences in the characteristics of a community college student versus a student who goes straight to university? Why do you think retention and completion rates are lower for community colleges when compared to universities?