From Foster Care to College: Supporting Higher Education Achievement among Students Who Have Experienced Foster Care in Texas- A Landscape Analysis

This research project is a promising example of how researchers can inform state-level recommendations to support youth pursuing higher education. Based on a review of published research, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and quantitative data analysis, this study reported on barriers to success for students experiencing foster care in higher education. The report included recommendations to improve policies and programs for students experiencing foster care in higher education, including expanding the Texas tuition and fee waiver; increasing the cost of attendance calculation; and creating paid foster care liaison positions across all higher education institutions.