Charles H. Houston Center
Policy Report

Policy Reports discuss the impact of programs and practices on the experiences and outcomes of African Americans and other diverse populations in educational settings. Policy Reports are published 3 times during the academic year (February, May, and October). To access a Policy Report, click on the image next to the title.

A New Role for Accountability: Increasing Access and Equity in Higher Education A New Role for Accountability: Increasing Access and Equity in Higher Education  

Grade Retention and African American Students: A Brief Look at Research, Policies, and Outcomes Grade Retention and African American Students: A Brief Look at Research, Policies, and Outcomes  

Quality Early Childhood Interventions: A New Hope for Addressing the Academic Achievement Gap Quality Early Childhood Interventions: A New Hope for Addressing the Academic Achievement Gap  

Financing the American Dream: Effects of Financial Aid Policies on Student Enrollment Financing the American Dream: Effects of Financial Aid Policies on Student Enrollment  
 
Policy Report Submission Guidelines

The Charles H. Houston Center accepts manuscripts for review and publication consideration for the Policy Report series. Submitted manuscripts should not exceed 2,000 words and must conform to the guidelines outlined in the 5th Edition of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association. All manuscripts will undergo a blind review and refereed process. The review process takes approximately 3-4 weeks. Manuscripts can be submitted for review via e-mail to Cindy Roper, Research and Planning Administrator at the Charles H. Houston Center.