Understanding the Adult Learner Experience

Adult learners, those aged 25 and over, now constitute nearly a third of the post-secondary landscape. Projections indicate a shrinking pool of traditional-aged students over the next decade, resulting in continued enrollment growth in the adult demographic. Given this outlook, we need to address and a critical gap in our understanding of the adult learner experience.

Our Approach

Listening First 

We begin with the student voice. Through in-depth interviews, focus groups, and surveys, we're collecting qualitative data directly from adult learners to understand: 

  • How they navigate academic challenges 

  • What support systems prove most valuable 

  • When and how they prefer to connect with peers 

  • What barriers prevent meaningful engagement 

Our Goals

  • Launch pilot programs at partner community colleges

  • Conduct qualitative research study with diverse adult student populations

  • Develop and refine our mobile application based on direct student feedback

  • Document and share best practices for implementation

Let’s Collaborate

Whether you're an educational institution looking to better support your adult learners, a researcher interested in our findings, or a potential partner who shares our mission—we invite you to connect with us as we work to transform the educational experience for adult students everywhere.

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