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Competitive Advantage

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Speaking up for yourself when you need accommodations in college

Barriers to returning to college can include factors that restrict your access to college. Many adults confront varied health or physical conditions that impair their ability to pursue getting higher education. Today, colleges recognize the need to provide greater access to a college degree by providing accommodations that serve to level the playing field. Accommodations are an important civil I think you did everything right! of college life. Read more to learn about why providing accommodations is important, the types of accommodations that exist and how to apply and qualify for them. Maybe you or someone you know can benefit from accommodation too.

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C2C Extends Support so You Can Go Further!

Beginning on Jan 1st, 2023, the Complete 2 Compete Program expanded the support it provides to qualifying returning students. C2C makes it possible for qualifying returning adult learners who complete an Associate’s Degree to qualify for C2C coach support and the $1,000 renewable grant to also complete a bachelor’s degree! Get complete details and see how YOU can qualify for this Life-Changing Turnaround!

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How to Return to College & Graduate — Follow Kasi

Whether you attended for a few semesters or a few years, you might be wondering what it would take to return to college to FINISH. This article will answer that question by sharing Kasi’s story. Kasi is a fictional character whose story will guide you through the steps to returning to college and graduating with the help of C2C.

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Trapped in a “Higher Education Desert”?

“Mississippi” and “desert” don’t usually appear in the same sentence (hello, rice paddies and bayous!). However, did you know that many locations in our state are classified as “higher education deserts”? Hear the truth about education deserts in Mississippi and discover options for higher ed, even if you live far from college resources.

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Answers to Questions That are Holding You Back

There has never been a better time to finish what you started. A degree can provide you the credentials and confidence to make 2022 your year! But taking action can be hard. Sometime we need help overcoming our concerns. In this blog article C2C takes on some of the tough questions keeping adults from returning to finish their degree. Click to see if we’ve covered yours.

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Finishing your Degree This Year…you got this!

A lot has changed since you left college, like YOU for instance. You’re stronger and more aware of what you want than ever before. If these past years have taught you anything, it is that it does not pay to put things off. This inspiring article highlights why 2022 is your year to finish what you started!

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Going Back to College in 5 Simple Steps

Going back to college as an adult learner doesn’t have to be difficult! The C2C Program has already helped thousands of Mississippians finish their degrees. Learn about the simple steps you can take to realize your dreams of returning to school.

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C2C Is a Win-Win for Everyone

The C2C Program is on a mission to help more adult learners return to school to complete their degrees. Learn how this benefits the entire state of Mississippi, the economy, schools, and most importantly, C2C students.

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Overcoming Hurdles on the Path to Graduation

C2C provides great support in your quest to return and finish your degree. But did you know that each of Mississippi’s community colleges and public universities has local programs and resources to help you get over the hurdles you may face as well? In this article we’ll focus on a few key offerings that you’re sure to find helpful and one or two that may surprise you. You’ll also get access to a web page that lists all the non-traditional student support offerings available at each of our 24 participating institutions! For your convenience, its organized by community college and university and includes one-click access to online details where available.

Read More

Speaking up for yourself when you need accommodations in college

Barriers to returning to college can include factors that restrict your access to college. Many adults confront varied health or physical conditions that impair their ability to pursue getting higher education. Today, colleges recognize the need to provide greater access to a college degree by providing accommodations that serve to level the playing field. Accommodations are an important civil I think you did everything right! of college life. Read more to learn about why providing accommodations is important, the types of accommodations that exist and how to apply and qualify for them. Maybe you or someone you know can benefit from accommodation too.

Read More

C2C Extends Support so You Can Go Further!

Beginning on Jan 1st, 2023, the Complete 2 Compete Program expanded the support it provides to qualifying returning students. C2C makes it possible for qualifying returning adult learners who complete an Associate’s Degree to qualify for C2C coach support and the $1,000 renewable grant to also complete a bachelor’s degree! Get complete details and see how YOU can qualify for this Life-Changing Turnaround!

Read More

How to Return to College & Graduate — Follow Kasi

Whether you attended for a few semesters or a few years, you might be wondering what it would take to return to college to FINISH. This article will answer that question by sharing Kasi’s story. Kasi is a fictional character whose story will guide you through the steps to returning to college and graduating with the help of C2C.

Read More

Trapped in a “Higher Education Desert”?

“Mississippi” and “desert” don’t usually appear in the same sentence (hello, rice paddies and bayous!). However, did you know that many locations in our state are classified as “higher education deserts”? Hear the truth about education deserts in Mississippi and discover options for higher ed, even if you live far from college resources.

Read More

Answers to Questions That are Holding You Back

There has never been a better time to finish what you started. A degree can provide you the credentials and confidence to make 2022 your year! But taking action can be hard. Sometime we need help overcoming our concerns. In this blog article C2C takes on some of the tough questions keeping adults from returning to finish their degree. Click to see if we’ve covered yours.

Read More

Finishing your Degree This Year…you got this!

A lot has changed since you left college, like YOU for instance. You’re stronger and more aware of what you want than ever before. If these past years have taught you anything, it is that it does not pay to put things off. This inspiring article highlights why 2022 is your year to finish what you started!

Read More

Going Back to College in 5 Simple Steps

Going back to college as an adult learner doesn’t have to be difficult! The C2C Program has already helped thousands of Mississippians finish their degrees. Learn about the simple steps you can take to realize your dreams of returning to school.

Read More

C2C Is a Win-Win for Everyone

The C2C Program is on a mission to help more adult learners return to school to complete their degrees. Learn how this benefits the entire state of Mississippi, the economy, schools, and most importantly, C2C students.

Read More

Overcoming Hurdles on the Path to Graduation

C2C provides great support in your quest to return and finish your degree. But did you know that each of Mississippi’s community colleges and public universities has local programs and resources to help you get over the hurdles you may face as well? In this article we’ll focus on a few key offerings that you’re sure to find helpful and one or two that may surprise you. You’ll also get access to a web page that lists all the non-traditional student support offerings available at each of our 24 participating institutions! For your convenience, its organized by community college and university and includes one-click access to online details where available.

Read More