Panel Examines Biden’s College Completion Fund Proposal

By Hayley Zhao

For years, activists, educators and legislators have been focusing on opening the doors of higher education institutions to students from underserved communities. But few resources have been allocated to helping students complete their degrees. This year, the Biden administration proposed the $62 billion College Completion Fund in its American Families plan. Activists hope by pushing the passage of this bill, more Americans can live a better life and achieve their dreams through education.

“Our focus on entry and opening those doors has not been met by a focus on making sure that once people enroll, they actually complete their degrees and they graduate and they’re able to go on to the career dreams that brought them to the colleges and universities in the first place. That’s why I’m excited about the College Completion Fund.” – Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro at the completion virtual panel hosted by the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP).

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