An estimated one in five college students have dependents, increasing their risk of basic needs insecurity. A survey found that 6 percent of student parents are unhoused and 17 percent have faced housing insecurity. The implications of eviction threats were examined, revealing that student parents facing eviction are less likely to complete their degrees. These challenges negatively impact their quality of life, including lower earnings and higher mortality rates, highlighting the urgent need for supportive measures in higher education for student parents.
An estimated one in five college students has dependents, and parenting students are more likely to experience basic needs insecurity while pursuing a degree.
A 2024 survey indicated that 6 percent of student parents self-identified as unhoused, while 17 percent faced housing insecurity during their college years.
Student parents facing eviction are 23 percent less likely to complete a bachelor's degree compared to housing secure peers, impacting quality of life and future earnings.
The findings highlight the significant risks eviction poses to student parents, affecting their educational outcomes and generational goals for education.
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