Participation in campus activities significantly enhances student retention and long-term career success, but legal obstacles impact noncitizen students' engagement potential. Undocumented and international students often face work restrictions due to their legal status, making participation challenging. Financial limitations also hinder involvement, especially for low-income students who need to secure paid employment. A significant percentage of students are more likely to engage in campus activities if compensated adequately. Colleges can address these issues by implementing non-employment-based educational opportunities (NEBOs) to enable skill development and financial support for all students.
Colleges can offer undocumented students non-employment-based educational opportunities (NEBOs) to develop personal, academic and professional skills that also provide students with financial aid.
According to a 2024 survey by Inside Higher Ed, 20 percent of respondents said they would be more inclined to get involved in campus activities if the institution offered more opportunities for paid work on campus.
International and undocumented students face restrictions on work opportunities while enrolled because of their legal standing in the U.S.
Financial obligations can limit students' ability to participate in campus activities, particularly for low-income students who need to work for pay.
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