Few states offer inmates the opportunity to earn a college degree. May 27, 2013— -- Right now, taxpayers spend up to $70 billion each year to house the nation's two to three million prisoners.

The struggles of prisoners illustrate flaws in Nebraska’s prison education system despite some recent successes. Getting a post-secondary education while incarcerated is challenging, confusing and ...

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Connect NY explores how college-in-prison programs are transforming lives across New York State. Through conversations with educators, formerly incarcerated graduates, and policy experts, we highlight ...

Research shows higher education is effective at preventing people from re-offending. Legislation could give more people inside access to college classes. Jose Vidaurri was serving more than 20 years ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW)— Formerly incarcerated people often come out of prison with little money and no work history, posing serious challenges to getting back on their feet. Education in Action is trying ...

My father attended segregated schools in Williamsburg in the 1950s and ’60s and did not finish high school. Education has always been a cornerstone of opportunity in America, though access to it has ...

Prison education programs offer a substantial return on investment by reducing recidivism and increasing employment rates among former inmates. Key policy recommendations include automatic enrollment ...

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