AUSTIN, TX – ReUp Education, a national leader in enrolling adult learners in degree and credential programs, has announced a partnership with Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), an institution that, since 1964, has strived to meet the lifelong learning needs of Montgomery County residents, visitors, and businesses. 

This new initiative expands on both MCCC’s and ReUp’s commitment to help the region’s adult learners return to college, complete their degrees, and unlock new career opportunities.

“Our partnership with ReUp aligns with our mission by restoring access for former students and meeting students where they are by removing barriers, restoring confidence, and making degree completion possible,” said Natalie E. Palmer, M. Ed., Executive Director of Enrollment Services. “Ultimately, this partnership transforms opportunity into outcomes, helping students finish strong while advancing the long‑term health and mission of our institution.”

According to data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, Pennsylvania has more than 1.2 million residents who have some college but no credential (“stopouts”). Many of these learners have invested 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 re-enroll or complete their studies. 

Since 2015, ReUp has been helping colleges and universities engage, enroll, and support adult learners. Through this partnership, ReUp will provide its market-leading data analytics and technology with dedicated outreach and human coaching to support learners who have stopped out of MCCC, 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 MCCC’s adult learners, ensuring they have the support needed to succeed.”

ReUp will also serve as a strategic advisor on adult learners for MCCC, 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. 

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 institutions, systems, and states to bring learners back to higher education and help them successfully complete their degrees. Since 2023, ReUp has re-enrolled more than 40,000 adult learners, and more than 1.8 million college stopouts now have access to ReUp’s platform and coaching. ReUp supports more than 140 colleges and universities across 33 states and has helped its partner institutions realize more than $275 million in additional revenue. To learn more, visit www.reupeducation.com. 

About Montgomery County Community College

Since 1964, Montgomery County Community College has been transforming lives and communities to meet the evolving educational needs of Montgomery County. The College’s comprehensive curriculum includes more than 100 associate degree and certificate programs, as well as customized workforce training and certifications. Students enjoy the flexibility of learning at the College’s thriving campuses in Blue Bell and Pottstown, as well as through its online learning platform. As a recipient of the Achieving the Dream Leah Meyer Austin Alumni Award, MCCC is nationally recognized for its efforts to remove barriers to access, improve learning outcomes, and increase completion for all students. In 2025, MCCC was selected to join the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program’s Unlocking Opportunity network, an initiative focused on improving student outcomes. The College also is honored nationally for its commitment to mental health and well-being, its designation as a Military Friendly Top 10 School for student veterans and spouses, and its strong focus on student civic engagement. For nine years, MCCC has been named one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges in the nation by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development for its commitment to diversity through inclusive learning and work environments, student and staff recruitment and retention practices, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. For more information, visit https://www.mc3.edu.