AUSTIN, TX – ReUp Education, a national leader in enrolling adult learners in degree and credential programs, has announced a partnership with Mineral Area College, an institution that meets the needs of transfer students, those who are preparing for careers through occupational programs, and those who value learning for its own sake through continuing education and cooperative programs in Park Hills, Missouri. This new initiative expands on both Mineral Area College’s and ReUp’s commitment to help the region’s adult learners return to college, complete their degrees, and unlock new career opportunities.

“I’m incredibly impressed by the onboarding process. It was a quick and painless method with results happening immediately. We were able to partner with ReUp’s team to unlock potential students we’ve had at our fingertips but simply didn’t have the manpower to focus on. What they do truly feels like magic!”  – Julie Sheets, Dean of Students.

According to data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, Missouri has more than 678,566 residents who have some college but no credential (“stopouts”). Many of these learners have sunk time and cost into their pursuit of education beyond high school, but have not benefited from the potential of a credential or degree of value. Adult learners face a range of barriers to credential attainment, including the cost of college, balancing work and family commitments, and a lack of guidance on how to reenroll or complete their studies. 

Since 2015, ReUp has been helping colleges and universities engage, enroll, and support adult learners to school. Through this partnership, ReUp will provide its market-leading data analytics and technology with dedicated outreach and live coaching to support learners who have stopped out of Mineral Area College, helping them re-enroll, persist, and earn their degrees.

“This partnership is about more than just bringing students back—it’s about helping them move forward,” said Terah Crews, CEO of ReUp Education. “Time, money, and a support system are all crucial elements of a learner’s journey through higher ed, yet for many, these factors remain barriers to completion. By leveraging ReUp’s experience working with thousands of stopped-out students nationwide, we can expand the resources and coaching available to Mineral Area College’s adult learners, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed.”

ReUp will also serve as a strategic advisor on adult learners for Mineral Area College, offering institution-specific insights and recommendations based on industry trends, millions of data points on adult learners, and direct learner feedback.

As the higher education landscape shifts to meet workforce demands and demographic changes, ReUp continues to expand its partnerships with institutions and states across the country. Through personalized coaching and data-driven insights, ReUp specializes in identifying and addressing the unique barriers adult learners face when returning to college​. More than 1.8 million stopout learners across 33 states and ReUp’s 140 institutional partnerships have access to ReUp’s platform and coaching.

About ReUp Education

ReUp Education is the industry leader in finding, enrolling, and supporting adult learners at scale. By combining personalized coaching with data analytics, ReUp partners with states, systems, and institutions to support learners in returning to higher education and completing their degrees. Since 2023, ReUp has re-enrolled more than 50,000 adult learners, and more than 2 million college stopouts now have access to ReUp’s platform and coaching. ReUp supports 150 colleges and universities across 33 states and has helped its partner institutions realize more than $350 million in additional revenue. To learn more, visit www.reupeducation.com.

About Mineral Area College

Mineral Area College serves its communities by providing excellent, affordable opportunities for learning, personal growth, and career development in a safe and welcoming environment.