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Sterling College in Vermont to close
The environmental-focused institution, which has under 40 students, said that closing now was the responsible move to support their transitions.
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Spanberger urges UVA to pause presidential search until she takes office
Virginia’s governor-elect raised concerns about the legitimacy of any decisions the state flagship’s board makes while lacking five appointees.
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln leader reduces program cuts from 6 to 4
While the public institution's chancellor backed away from some cuts, he is moving forward with others that face fierce opposition.
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Education Department zeroes in on 4-year colleges for expanded IPEDS collection
The plan would exclude two-year colleges and open-enrollment institutions that award financial aid solely based on need.
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Undergraduate enrollment on track to increase for third straight year
A preliminary National Student Clearinghouse Research Center report found strong growth at community colleges and among trade programs.
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What college leaders should know about the $100K H-1B visa fee
One higher education expert suggested leaders educate local and federal lawmakers about the “adverse impact” of the new policy.
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Cornell inks $60M deal with Trump administration to restore funding
The agreement, which ends multiple federal investigations into the university, also requires it to report extensive undergraduate admissions data quarterly.
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Big university endowments grew 11.5% in FY25, TIFF says
Funds valued over $1 billion enjoyed a second year of double-digit returns, but increased taxes will weigh on many starting next year.
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How colleges can help students affected by SNAP disruption
Amid court rulings requiring the Trump administration to fund the program, it’s unclear when recipients will receive their benefits, The Hope Center said.
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Net tuition rises at colleges, but costs are far below their peaks
The prices students and their families paid after aid at four-year public colleges and private nonprofits ticked up in 2025-26, per College Board estimates.
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Class of 2025 says they see the effects of a tough job market
Young workers have been particularly exposed to the changes brought by artificial intelligence tools, some research has indicated.
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Trinity Christian College to close at the end of the academic year
The institution considered slashing programs and finding a partner but ultimately decided there was “no sustainable path forward,” its president said.
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Week in review: Trinity Christian closes as other colleges make cuts
We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from hundreds of layoffs at one college in less than five months to another round of high-profile college donations.
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How many colleges and universities have closed since 2016?
Trinity Christian College joins a handful of other nonprofit institutions that have announced this year that they are permanently closing their doors.
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8 HBCUs share in $387M donation spree from MacKenzie Scott
Scott, who said in 2019 she would donate money "until the safe is empty," has made historically Black colleges and universities a tent pole of her philanthropy.
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Column // Merger WatchHow college leaders can own the narrative about a major restructuring
Officials can either actively and diligently manage the narrative about a closure or merger or others will craft it for them.
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln committee opposes most academic program cuts
The committee recommended leaders allow more time to consider alternatives to those reductions as the university looks to save $27.5 million annually.
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USC ‘on track’ to eliminate deficit after 900-plus layoff notices
The most recent round of cuts affected 259 employees across its main campus in Los Angeles, including dozens of student advisers.
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Leadership LedgerUtah makes its first secret college presidential selection
We’re rounding up some of the most significant leadership changes in October. Who's coming and who's going?
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Taco Bell says education benefits have driven retention
The Tacos and Tuition program offers upfront tuition coverage, including for bachelor's and master's degrees, to eligible workers.
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Deep Dive‘End of an era’: Experts warn research executive order could stifle scientific innovation
The directive gives President Donald Trump’s political appointees oversight of grant awards to align them with the administration’s priorities.
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Education Department ordered to reinstate mental health grants
The ruling, which the agency said it will appeal, came after 16 states sued over its cancellation of the multi-year congressionally approved funding.
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Virginia lawmakers call for audit of UVA’s Justice Department deal
Two Democratic leaders of the Virginia Senate said the public university’s deal with the Trump administration could violate both state law and the Constitution.
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Education Department tightens debt relief program for public servants
A new rule will bar organizations deemed to have a “substantial illegal purpose” from participating in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
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TrackerHow publicly traded higher education companies are performing
American Public Education, Strategic Education and Adtalem all saw revenue growth in their for-profit college businesses.
Updated May 9, 2025
