An Evaluation of CSU's Cross-Campus Online Education Program

Jan 3, 2018 - During 2014, the Chancellor ’s Office consulted with the CSU Academic Senate and decided that students must successfully complete at least one term at their home CSU campus, earning at least 12 units (with a 2. 0 o r higher GPA), to cross ‑enroll in online courses.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/3725

The 2021-22 Budget: California Community Colleges

Feb 16, 2021 - Credit from these college ‑level classes may count toward both a high school diploma and an associate degree. By graduating high school having already earned college credits, students can save money and accelerate progress toward a postsecondary degree or certificate.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4372

An Analysis of University Cash Management Issues

Nov 10, 2020 - Under state law, money in this account is invested in relatively low-risk, short-term assets, such as U.S. Government securities and domestic corporate bonds. The goals of the account are to safeguard taxpayer money, ensure cash is readily available when program costs are incurred, and earn a modest rate of return.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4293

The 2021-22 Budget: Analysis of the Major University Proposals

Feb 1, 2021 - Moreover, the state has opportunities to translate the lessons learned from its CalFresh student enrollment efforts to various other public assistance programs (such as Medi ‑Cal, the Earned Income Tax Credit, and unemployment insurance) that students may be underutilizing.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4336

Assessment of the Strong Workforce Program

Dec 10, 2025 - In addition to finding instructors who meet minimum qualifications, administrators cited barriers related to providing competitive pay, particularly in fields where individuals can earn much higher salaries working in industry than  teaching.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5098

Assessing Community College Programs at State Prisons

Jul 1, 2024 - Online pilots Given the generally poor outcomes of correspondence courses, some community colleges and CDCR are working together to pilot new online instructional models. Require CCC and CDCR to report on pilot outcomes, including course success rates compared with in ‑person and correspondence courses and impact on faculty recruitment to teach high ‑demand courses in prisons.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4913

The 2022-23 Budget: Middle Class Scholarship Program

Mar 30, 2022 - First, CSAC will account for other available gift aid, a student contribution from part ‑time work earnings, and a parent contribution for dependent students with a household income of over $100,000.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4581

The 2023-24 California Spending Plan: Higher Education

Oct 19, 2023 - To determine each recipient ’s MCS award amount, CSAC first calculates the recipient ’s remaining cost of attendance after accounting for other available gift aid, a student contribution from part-time work earnings, and a parent contribution for dependent students with a household income of more than $100,000.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4809

Evaluation of the California Community College Teacher Credentialing Partnership Pilot Program

Mar 29, 2023 - Under the legislation, up to three community colleges were authorized to offer on ‑site classrooms from which students could access university teacher preparation programs via distance learning (such as through online courses).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4755

Redesigning California's Adult Education Funding Model

Dec 13, 2022 - Adult education students come from many backgrounds, though the vast majority are from lower ‑income households, often speaking languages other than English at home. The most typical student is female, Hispanic, low income, and between 25 and 45 years old.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4652