Winnipeg Free Press

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  1. New Majority Recognition

    Higher education institutions restructure core curricula to prioritize flexible, adult-centric delivery models.

  2. Demographic Flip

    Non-traditional students officially surpass the 18-22 age bracket in total enrollment numbers.

  3. Skills-Based Pivot

    Major corporations begin removing degree requirements from job descriptions in favor of demonstrated skills.

  4. Pandemic Acceleration

    Widespread adoption of remote learning removes geographic barriers for working adults.

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Adult Learners Emerge as the New Majority in Higher Education

A fundamental demographic shift has established adult learners as the primary student population in higher education, driven by the need for career pivots and continuous upskilling. This transition is forcing a total redesign of corporate tuition benefits and recruitment strategies toward skills-based models.

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