The availability of developmental education is often the crucial element in helping aduts attain an associate's degree and beyond.
A majority of adults begin their college careers at community colleges.
Also, 40% of students aged 18-25 begin their baccalaureate degrees at community colleges.
Over half of all community college students enroll for at least one developmental education course in English, Reading or Mathematics.
SOURCES:
Adelman, C. (2005). Moving into town - and moving on: the community college in the lives of traditional-aged students. Washington, D.C.: Office of Vocational and Adult Education, U.S. Department of Education.