Commissioner of Higher Education, Kim Hunter Reed
For the third straight year, the number of Louisiana high school students taking college courses while in high school has increased. More than 32 thousand students enrolled in courses at colleges during 2022-2023, a 13 percent increase over the previous year. Higher Education Commissioner Doctor Kim Hunter Reed says more students and families are seeking early pathways to success.
“Whether you’re interested in career technical education or academic courses we hope every student will find the right college courses that will allow them to get started in high school.”
The Board of Regents 2023 report reveals participation in career and technical fields increased to a level exceeding pre-pandemic enrollments.
Nearly 60 percent of high school seniors graduate with early college experience. She says minority student participation has increased over three years by seven percentage points.
“More than two thousand additional African American and Hispanic students participating and we’re trying to erase those participation gaps. So there’s good news across the board.”
Hunter-Reed says they are committed to dual enrollment opportunities for all students. She points out a virtual instruction program is accessible to students in underpopulated parts of the state.
“Rural classrooms now have the same 30 plus classes available to them as a larger school.”
To access more information on dual enrollment for high school students, visit Ladualenrollment.com.
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