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Jessica Bryant

Senior Data Reporter
Badge Check Expertise
  • National higher education data
  • Survey reporting
Academic Cap Education
BA Journalism, Southern Methodist University

Jessica Bryant is a higher education analyst and senior data reporter for BestColleges. She covers higher education trends and data, focusing on issues impacting underserved students. She has a BA in journalism and previously worked with the South Florida Business Journal as a data reporter and researcher.

Subject areas
DEI, student mental health, social media trends, student political activism

Interviews

May 05, 2022

Bloom:

How to Secure Student Loans | Students’ To-Dos After Decision Day

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May 13, 2022

The Paul & Jordana Show:

What Not to Say to College Students Struggling With Mental Health

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Mar 09, 2022

KLRD News:

Financial Tips for New College Students

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Dec 08, 2021

The List:

The Best States for a Career Change

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Read Jessica's Latest Articles

Lincoln University President Cleared of Bullying, Reinstated After Death of VP of Student Affairs

March 25, 2024
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Adult Learners in Higher Education: Facts & Statistics About Older College Students

March 22, 2024
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The Rise and Future of Microcredentials in Higher Education

March 12, 2024
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These Schools Have Banned Legacy Admissions

March 11, 2024
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Are Microcredentials Worth It?

March 12, 2024
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