<p>Nearly a third of community college students were unable to enroll in one or more classes last semester because they were full, according to a new national survey.</p>
<p>[News:</a> Left in the Hall - Inside Higher Ed](<a href=“http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2011/02/09/community_college_students_had_trouble_enrolling_in_fall_2010]News:”>http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2011/02/09/community_college_students_had_trouble_enrolling_in_fall_2010)</p>
<p>Interesting, but not particularly useful for an individual student or college. The article does not break this phenomenon down by state, college, or major field of study. Perhaps that is in the original report that the article refers to? My computer won’t download whatever it is that is at that link because the security system doesn’t like it. Maybe someone else can read the original report and give us a summary.</p>
<p>Happykid got all of her classes. So did all of her friends. I haven’t heard any complaints about their CC here in Maryland.</p>
<p>According to the article, “… 22 percent of community college students who took placement tests had difficulties enrolling in the courses in which they placed. Nearly 30 percent of students who took English or mathematics placement tests were unable to enroll in all of their recommended courses last semester… … The average student planned to take 3.3 courses but ultimately enrolled in 2.9 courses.” </p>
<p>This should come as not surprise; community colleges are experiencing record-high enrollment demand in virtually every state. At the same time, budget problems are causing virtually every state to cut back funding of community colleges. Is it any wonder that it is now harder to get into classes?</p>
<p>The article points out that this is a problem for students, and may be a limiting factor in their overall success. Well, duh.</p>