@mikeitzkowitz

Founder and President of @HEAGroup. Former Director of the College Scorecard @usedgov. Helping ensure value in higher ed. contact: [email protected]

 Washington, DC
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Joined October 2016
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Excited to announce the launch of my website for the Higher Education Advisory group (the HEA Group). Are you a journalist, researcher, policymaker, or college administrator looking for easily accessible and downloadable datasets? I got you covered. 1/5 theheagroup.com
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The @HEAGROUP's research is now powering the @nytimes’ new college-by-college guide to what graduates earn by major. Compare programs, see which ones pay off, and make a more informed choice before you enroll. nytimes.com/interactive/2026…

A College-by-College Guide to Which Majors Pay Off — or Don’t (Gift Article)

College is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make. We built a tool to compare the earnings of all available majors in a federal data set at nearly every school.

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Featured in today’s @latimes, The @HEAGROUP's “What Your Major Is Worth in California,” provides a searchable database spanning 386 institutions, 2,958 programs, and nearly 277,000 graduates. Check it out. theheagroup.com/blog/major-w…

What Your Major is Worth in California | The HEA Group

As the cost of college rises and confidence in its economic value declines, students and families increasingly need clear information about what different degrees and credentials deliver. This report...

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Any guesses on what these numbers represent? The top number = college programs where most grads earn less than their peers who never attended. The bottom number = programs where grads earn at least $50,000 more than that same student cohort.
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Some data might seem scary, and some might cause worry. But the same dataset may also offer a glimpse into some really outstanding things happening at higher education institutions across the nation. Two things can indeed be true at the same time.
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This month, the @HEAGROUP marks its third anniversary. When we launched our organization, #highered leaders were still largely resistant to post-college earnings data. Today, that data is reshaping federal law, state policy, and how millions of students choose where to enroll.
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Call it denial: Many in higher education were hesitant to use data that provided insights into students’ post-graduation earnings. @mikeitzkowitz on why grief, acceptance, and even enthusiasm will follow. washingtonmonthly.com/2026/0…

Colleges Are Finally Confronting Their Outcomes Data

Hesitancy to use college outcomes data, like post-graduation earnings, is giving way to acceptance and even enthusiasm.

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US avg = 372 students per counselor Having clear and concise info on college outcomes is cool. Having a few more counselors to help 17 & 18 year olds understand it (among their many other responsibilities) might be even cooler.
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About 2% of U.S. associate and bachelor's degree-granting programs are at risk under the new provision, called "do no harm," which takes effect in July, according to research from the HEA Group, a #highereducation research firm. #audit gt-us.co/4rHly5l
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Please join @HEAGROUP for a fireside chat with former Secretary @JohnBKing on January 20th where we'll discuss his new book and all things #highered. What: A Conversation with @SUNY Chancellor John King When: January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM ET Register here: zoom.us/meeting/register/HMw…
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Harlan Cohen@harlancohenJan 12
Lucky to be able to visit with @mikeitzkowitz. Grateful for his time and expertise.
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Had an amazing time this holiday season joining up with @nytimes bestselling author @harlancohen for a deep dive into the questions every family needs to ask: Is college still worth it? And how do you evaluate schools beyond just "getting in?" youtube.com/watch?v=6KYZJQHW…

Harlan Cohen Podcast:Is College Still Worth It? with Michael Itzkowitz

I sat down with Michael Itzkowitz, director behind the College Scor...

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Had an amazing time this holiday season joining up with @nytimes bestselling author @harlancohen for a deep dive into the questions every family needs to ask: Is college still worth it? And how do you evaluate schools beyond just "getting in?" youtube.com/watch?v=6KYZJQHW…

Harlan Cohen Podcast:Is College Still Worth It? with Michael Itzkowitz

I sat down with Michael Itzkowitz, director behind the College Scor...

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The HEA Group@HEAGROUPJan 9
We are excited to welcome Olivia Oestreicher to the HEA Group. With experience in graduate admissions, workforce development, and public affairs, Olivia is committed to strengthening and communicating the value of #highered. She joins us while completing an Ed.M. at @Harvard.
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Policy Update: The Education Department will now share earnings data with students after they complete their FAFSA—before they enroll. This is a huge transparency win, but there's more to the story. 1/5 🧵
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The HEA Group's body of work focuses on five sophisticated strategic elements: 1⃣Progressive Granularity, 2⃣Data Democratization, 3⃣Accountability Infrastructure, 4⃣Narrative Power, and 5⃣Market Correction. 1/
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The HEA Group sends a special thanks to those who work to make a difference in the lives of students every day.💫 #happythanksgiving 🦃
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📝Some of us got into college despite checking out in high school. Others who navigated complex systems, worked jobs, and supported families sometimes don't get that chance. 📝 - via @mikeitzkowitz #AccessToCollege #StudentSuccess linkedin.com/pulse/resilienc…

Resilience, Adaptability, and Determination: The Predictors of College Success We're Ignoring

In my elementary school, my mom worked as a primary specialist and basically handpicked the teachers who would suit me best. I was also encouraged—and dorky enough—to regularly compete in a county-...

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A 2022 poll found that most Tennesseans believe the primary purpose of #highered is to prepare students for a career. However, more than half question whether the education system adequately prepares them with the skills, knowledge, and credentialing to succeed in the job market.
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📊 New Data Insight from the @CACradle2Career Data System: Certificate holders are earning more than those with associate-degrees four years after completion. Are community college certificates better aligning with workforce needs and higher salaries for learners?
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Due to the government shutdown, it’s unclear when ~four million students will be getting their next meal, despite federal court rulings. It’s time to put politics aside and fix this. No one can learn on an empty stomach. #SNAPBenefits #FoodInsecurity #CollegeStudents #HigherEd
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The college #ROI debate isn't about whether to go—it's about which programs deliver for learners and leave them better off. Data transparency will help colleges and students make more informed decisions on pathways that lead to economic mobility. @AP apnews.com/article/college-d…

Colleges are fighting to prove their return on investment

For many young Americans, deciding on college has become a complex choice. Increasingly, a main question is whether a degree is worth its cost.

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