Timothy Prestianni
Timothy Prestianni is the Director of SEO & Digital Discovery at National University, where he leads organic search, digital content strategy, and AI search visibility initiatives. He has more than a decade of experience helping organizations grow organic visibility, improve digital content performance, and drive measurable lead and conversion growth across higher education, B2B, SaaS, professional services, and franchise businesses. Timothy holds a Master of Science in Marketing from National University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Marketing from Western Governors University.
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Articles by Timothy Prestianni
June 30, 2026Where Are Adult Literacy Challenges Most Concentrated?
Adult literacy challenges are concentrated, not evenly spread: 21.8% of U.S. adults ages 16–74 score at or below Level 1 literacy per the PIAAC Skills Map, with California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois accounting for a disproportionate share.
- June 26, 2026
How Is U.S. College Enrollment Recovering From the Pandemic?
U.S. college enrollment has climbed back to its pre-pandemic level, reaching 19.4 million students in fall 2025 after four consecutive years of growth. A new report by National University shows that the strongest gains are in community colleges, primarily associate degree‑granting baccalaureate (PAB) institutions, and career-focused programs, while many traditional four-year pathways are growing more ...
June 2, 202667 Hiring Statistics for 2026
Hiring statistics for 2026 show a cooling but highly competitive labor market. U.S. employers added 57,000 jobs in June 2026, while unemployment stood at 4.2%. Job openings remained near 7.6 million, but employers still reported difficulty finding qualified candidates.
November 28, 202565 Criminal Justice Statistics for 2026
Criminal justice statistics provide invaluable insights into the field, shedding light on key trends in degrees, employment, earnings, and demographics. These statistics highlight the wide range of opportunities within criminal justice while equipping prospective students and professionals with the data needed to make informed decisions about their education and career paths. Understanding these figures helps ...
- May 30, 2025
59 AI Job Statistics: Future of U.S. Jobs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the U.S. job market, sparking widespread conversations and concerns about AI and job loss, AI taking jobs, and how many jobs AI will replace. This statistical roundup compiles the latest data and trends on AI replacing jobs, job loss statistics, and the broader impact of artificial intelligence on employment. ...
November 29, 202471 Military and Veteran Higher Education Statistics for 2026
Statistics for military-affiliated students in higher education highlight the unique experiences, challenges, and successes of servicemembers, Veterans, and their families pursuing academic goals. These data points showcase the impact of education benefits, degree attainment, and employment outcomes, while also emphasizing the significant contributions military-affiliated students make to the academic community. By understanding these statistics, institutions, ...
November 11, 202465 Teaching and Education Statistics for 2026
Understanding education statistics provides valuable insight into the trends shaping education degrees, programs, and career opportunities. These data points highlight the demographics, costs, and outcomes associated with education, offering a comprehensive look at the field’s current landscape. By exploring these statistics, we can better understand the factors influencing educators, students, and institutions in 2026. Gender ...