During Community College Day on Thursday, April 15, students, trustees, presidents, and staff from Pennsylvania’s community colleges collectively advocated for an increased funding level in the 2021-22 fiscal year budget. The proposed budget by Gov. Tom Wolf does not include an operating or capital funding increase for the colleges, though it does provide funding to establish a 15^th community college in Erie.

A recent MassINC report indicates that dual enrollment or early college programs could help curb a number of pressing problems like growing credential gaps across race and class, declining enrollment in public colleges, and a lack of skilled workers. The study noted also that dually enrolled students were twice as likely to complete the FASFA and enroll in college.

Pennsylvania community colleges continue to evaluate their response to COVID-19. As guidance changes, the most up-to-date information from each community college is available through the Commission's website.