A Focus on Community College and the American Workforce through Policy and Practice

Policy Agenda

RAMC aims to ensure federal education policy better serves the needs of American community college students. In our efforts to help community colleges, we advocate for and champion a variety of higher education issues that regularly impact our students and our institutions’ abilities to serve our students. Click below to learn more about key issue areas RAMC is focused on to better ensure the academic and professional success of our students.

Workforce Pell Grants

RAMC supports the expansion of Pell Grants to short-term credential and training programs that have been proven to lead to higher wage gains and greater career opportunities. Learn More…

Affordability and Access

RAMC members are working to ensure that Americans are fully aware of the benefits and affordability of attending community college. Learn More…

Accountability

RAMC welcomes additional accountability coupled with an improved data system that captures the outcomes and success of community college students. Learn More…

Career and Workforce

RAMC believes that community colleges are in an ideal position to provide career and technical education at the postsecondary level. Learn More…

Additional Advocacy

RAMC supports a review of current programs authorized under the Higher Education Act to ensure they help community colleges achieve their goals. Learn More…