부산대학교 도서관

This report serves as a comprehensive resource of accurate and timely indicators of higher education performance in Minnesota. This report provides historical and national comparisons to contextualize state data. "Minnesota Measures" also offers Minnesota postsecondary peer institution comparisons. As possible, indicators are disaggregated by student race and income to illustrate disparities at all levels of the education system and to help policymakers and the public understand and address inequities in Minnesota. "Minnesota Measures" reveals that while Minnesota has a strong postsecondary system as compared to other states, students of color are not succeeding at the same rates as their White peers. Given the increasing diversity of the Minnesota population, especially among the youngest generation, it is critical to recognize the different experiences of Minnesota's students of color in our education system. Several stakeholder groups, including state legislators, educators and researchers, can use this information to inform their work. To enhance usability, this document is organized into three sections: (1) Preparing for and Entering College; (2) During College; and (3) Outcomes of College. This structure replicates a student's experience through their educational pathway. To confirm the veracity of the data, the Office of Higher Education utilizes a variety of data sources, including the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, and state level data on enrollment and financial aid maintained by the Office. Each indicator included in this report identifies the data source and relies on the most recently available data. The Office organizes and designs the tables and graphs presented in this report to enrich readers' understanding and interpretation of the included data. This year, a new indicator--participation in developmental education coursework--adds to the comprehensive picture of Minnesota's postsecondary performance. [For the previous report, "Minnesota Measures: 2014 Report on Higher Education Performance," see ED562007.]