Posted on September 24, 2026
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The New England Prison Education Collaborative (NEPEC) at the New England Board of Higher Education is seeking participants for a research study on college credit transfer experiences among formerly incarcerated learners in New England. The purpose of this project is to begin to understand how formerly incarcerated learners in the New England region experience the process of transferring college-level credits from or to a higher education in prison program.
As part of this study, we are conducting a brief survey (less than 10 minutes) to learn more about how formerly incarcerated learners in the New England region experience the process of transferring college-level credits from or to a higher education in prison program. Participants who complete the survey will receive a $15 e-gift card.
To ensure we reach a sizable group of regional respondents with this survey, we are seeking your support in identifying formerly incarcerated individuals.
Individuals are eligible to participate in the study if they:
- Were a student while incarcerated
- Were incarcerated in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont
- Attempted to transfer credits earned through postsecondary education, either:
- Between colleges or universities (e.g., a community college to a four-year college), or
- Between programs or majors within the same academic institution (e.g., liberal arts to business at the same college)
Current student enrollment is not required.
Help Us Spread the Word
If you meet the criteria above and are interested—or if you would like to refer a potential participant, with their permission—please contact Zeia Fawaz at zfawaz@nebhe.org to learn more and receive the survey invitation.
We hope you will help us share this information widely! Your support will help us better understand the experience of credit transfer among formerly incarcerated learners across New England.
Thank you for your help.
