Cornell University plans to restructure later this year amid federal funding declines

The Ivy League institution's leaders said efforts to save costs and centralize operations will “inevitably” lead to workforce reductions.

Judge strikes down Minnesota dual enrollment program’s ban on faith statements

Two Christian colleges sued the state over the 2023 law, arguing it infringed on their religious freedom.

Half of college students say their mental health is ‘fair’ to ‘terrible,’ survey finds

These issues may impact their trajectory, with large shares of learners reporting that they’re considering reducing their classload, transferring or dropping out.

‘Wrong and deeply disappointing’: Supreme Court halts order restoring NIH grants

The high court's decision potentially made it much more difficult for researchers to have their grants reinstated.

George Mason University violated civil rights law, Education Department alleges

The agency singled out the university’s president and called for him to publicly apologize "for promoting unlawful discriminatory practices."

UCLA consolidates IT, pauses faculty hiring as Trump administration seeks $1B payment

The public institution is one of several facing cuts to federal research funding over allegations related to antisemitism.

Haverford College faces Education Department investigation into antisemitism

The probe into the Pennsylvania liberal arts college is only the latest in a string from the Trump administration as it seeks to crack down on higher education.

Education Department plans return of laid-off OCR employees

More than 260 civil rights staff members, cut as part of a March reduction in force, will return in waves through November, according to court documents.

Financial aid administrators report disruptions since Education Department layoffs

A new survey shows “federal support channels for students are breaking down,” the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators said. 

Week in review: UCLA and other colleges move to cut costs

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from a judicial blow to the Trump administration’s plans to a tally of the student visas revoked so far this year.

Utah State University to face state audit amid concerns about former leader’s spending

An initial review raised concerns about the public institution’s “governance, leadership, and culture of policy noncompliance.”

Education Department uses Skrmetti case to bolster Title IX policy

Though the Supreme Court decision doesn’t directly involve education civil rights law, it’s being cited to exclude trans students from athletics and facilities.

State Department has revoked over 6,000 student visas this year

A spokesperson said 200 to 300 of the revocations were over support for terrorism, a common Trump administration claim against international students.

What’s the latest in Harvard University’s battle with the Trump administration?

An alumni group has called on the institution to protect students and employees from “attacks on their constitutionally protected rights and freedoms.”

Updated Aug. 19, 2025

University of Iowa launches ‘proactive’ committee to hunt for revenue and boost efficiency

Officials said they're launching the initiative, dubbed Resparc, “from a position of financial health” as the higher ed sector faces choppy waters.

FTC drops lawsuit against Grand Canyon Education

The move ends almost two years of litigation over allegations that the company deceived Grand Canyon University students about doctoral program costs.

Saint Augustine’s University brings its accreditation back from the brink — again

The private nonprofit will operate as an accredited institution this semester, thanks to a preliminary injunction issued on Friday.

Tracking the Trump administration’s moves to cap indirect research funding

We’re keeping tabs of the agencies that have tried to limit reimbursement for overhead costs to 15% — and the legal challenges against them.

Updated Aug. 18, 2025

Education Department’s anti-DEI guidance struck down in federal court

A federal judge ruled that the agency didn’t follow the right steps to issue the Feb. 14 letter and that it violated free speech and due process rights.

Federal judge stands by order requiring OCR be restored

The Trump administration is appealing Judge Myong Joun’s decision requiring the Office for Civil Rights to revert to “the status quo.”

Education Department details plans to collect applicant data by race, sex

The proposed change to IPEDS reporting, in line with a recent Trump administration memo, could add over 740,000 hours to higher ed’s workload.

Federal judge declines to block Alabama anti-DEI law

The ruling deals a blow to the college faculty and student plaintiffs who argue the legislation violates free speech rights by restricting classroom instruction.

How publicly traded higher education companies are performing

Chegg revenue takes a hit while Adtalem Global Education, American Public Education and Grand Canyon Education see growth. 

Updated May 9, 2025

Judge orders NSF to restore cut funding to UCLA

A federal court found that the agency violated a previous order to reinstate research grants terminated by the Trump administration.

Stanford says no to state student aid, yes to legacy and donor admissions

The highly selective university will forgo California financial aid for students to circumvent a new law aimed at curbing the admissions practices.