Lawsuit targets Illinois college scholarships aimed at increasing teacher diversity

The case marks a new step in the debate over race-conscious policies, with plaintiffs claiming the program discriminates against nonminority candidates.

Metropolitan College of New York looks to sell main campus amid financial woes

The private college plans to sell the space “either in whole or in part” as part of an agreement with bondholders allowing it to delay a $1.7 million payment. 

Harvard University suspends library access for faculty protesters

One legal expert questioned the institution’s decision to penalize participants despite their study-in appearing to be "totally non-disruptive.”

Applications spike for MBAs in 2024-25, study says

The Graduate Management Admission Council found students were particularly interested in programs “with longer legacies at business schools.”

Trying again: Education Department pitches new debt relief proposals

The proposal is the Biden administration's most recent attempt to enact widespread loan forgiveness before his presidency ends in January.

Johnson & Wales University debuts 3-year bachelor’s programs

Officials at the private Rhode Island institution cast the programs, which will be available in fall 2025, as a way for students to save both time and money. 

Vanderbilt University gets approval for $520M Florida graduate campus

The Tennessee university's expansion into West Palm Beach would bring billions in resources to the area, it said.

Low-income students work more amid rising college costs, analysis finds

Three-fourths of students from lower-income families worked by 2008, averaging 20 hours per week or more, a Brookings Institution report found.

Undergraduate enrollment rises 3% despite drop in first-year students, early data shows

Headcounts declined among students attending college directly after high school, the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center found.

Net tuition ticks up 2% at private colleges, declines at public institutions

The College Board found the price students pay after aid is still well below pre-pandemic levels even as sticker prices rise.

How college leaders can articulate higher education’s ROI — beyond earnings

Officials can point to several personal and societal benefits imparted by a college degree, argues one former university president. 

Massachusetts colleges should revamp admissions, advisory panel recommends

Gov. Maura Healey formed the council ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court’s overthrow of race-conscious admissions and praised its guidance Wednesday.

Saint Louis University lays off 23 staffers, eliminates 130 positions

The private Catholic institution said the cuts were necessary to meet a commitment to reduce expenses by 4% and balance its budget

How can colleges maintain diverse student bodies?

Higher education experts shared ways to reach underrepresented students following the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling banning race-conscious admissions. 

Walden University’s $28.5M class-action settlement with students gets court approval

Plaintiffs alleged the for-profit college drew out the capstone phase of a doctorate program that targeted women and Black students in its recruitment.

Skilled trades gain traction with Gen Z, report finds

About 9 in 10 Gen Z graduates said learning a skilled trade can be a better route to economic security than college, home services app Thumbtack found. 

George Washington University police chief resigns amid gun program probe

The institution began arming campus officers during James Tate’s tenure, but the department faces allegations that it wasn’t following safety rules.

ACT, SAT scores decline year over year

The class of 2024’s average scores were lower compared to peers from the previous graduating class, but participation in school day testing was stronger.

Nearly 90 Portland State University faculty face potential layoffs

The public university’s AAUP chapter has criticized leadership for turning to job cuts while spending on construction and has questioned its budget stance.

Columbia University temporarily bans polarizing pro-Israel professor from campus

Shai Davidai lost campus access because he “repeatedly harassed and intimidated” the institution’s employees, a university spokesperson said.

A Massachusetts charter school prepares students for college success

Veritas Prep Charter School provides students with companion courses to help them navigate college expectations like time management and self-advocacy.

Western Washington University to nix about 55 jobs amid $18M budget cut

The public institution blamed the structural deficit in part on “lingering pandemic revenue shortfalls,” salary increases and inflation.

Stopped-out students are confident in their academic skills — but financial concerns remain

A new survey from UPCEA and StraighterLine examined potential motivations that could spur former students to return to higher education.

Financial pressure grows for colleges, Fitch says

The credit ratings agency pointed to fluctuating demand and high costs for institutions, among other challenges.

State politics are swaying college choice, survey finds

Students from both sides of the aisle are increasingly citing sociopolitical motivations when ruling out states from their college search.