House bill would restore federal aid for students with marijuana offenses

The proposed legislation is part of a larger push to let students with convictions retain access to higher education. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Aug. 2, 2019

Parent company of Strayer and Capella U eyes expansion

The college operator said during an earnings call that it could add a co-branded location and expand its competency-based education program.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 1, 2019

Higher ed leaders criticize claim Chinese propaganda sways view of visa process

A State Department official's comments drew mixed reactions, with some student exchange experts taking issue with the effective denial of visa delays.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • Aug. 1, 2019

Pushback on McGraw-Hill, Cengage merger highlights materials access debate

College leaders are "caught in the middle" of publishers' shifting pricing strategies and students' demand for lower-cost options, one analyst said.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 1, 2019

U of California System to audit campuses for foreign influence 'risk'

Intelligence warnings are being countered by calls from colleges to ensure oversight is applied in a focused and careful manner.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 31, 2019

2U slows growth plans citing rise in competition for online education

The online program manager will launch fewer new graduate programs and expects smaller program sizes as it broadens its offerings. 

By Hallie Busta • July 31, 2019

Michigan State's embattled ex-president to get $2.45M retirement package

Lou Anna Simon is retiring at the end of August as she faces charges of lying to police about her knowledge of Larry Nassar's sexual abuse. 

By Natalie Schwartz • July 31, 2019

Gen Z Takeover: Showing students how to afford college

The newest cohort of learners is more debt-averse than previous generations, prompting institutions to bring transparency to costs.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 31, 2019

U of Alaska System board votes to merge its 3 universities

Other options on the table in response to a proposed 41% cut in state support were spreading the cuts across the institutions or adopting a consortium model.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 30, 2019

Massachusetts higher ed leaders weigh proposal to prevent sudden colleges closures

While requiring colleges to notify students if they are financially struggling could prevent fallout, it may have undue consequences for schools.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 30, 2019

Johns Hopkins to host coding boot camp for adult learners

The local program reflects one of the ways colleges are bringing in workers throughout their careers to reskill. 

By Hallie Busta , Riia O'Donnell • July 30, 2019

Accreditor accountability changes 'could be undone in a heartbeat'

NACIQI's student rep says the accreditation advisory committee took critical steps in the last six years that are at risk of being reversed by new policies.

By Simon Boehme • July 30, 2019

Guided pathways, 3.8% increase in year-over-year student retention

Pearl River Community College uses Ellucian Degree Works and guided pathways to help students reach their goals.

July 30, 2019

U.S. News removes UC Berkeley, 4 other schools from ranking

The publication pulled the institutions after they said they provided incorrect information for the 2019 edition of its popular Best Colleges rankings. 

By Natalie Schwartz • July 29, 2019

Ed Dept approves California's solution for federal financial aid lapse

The move returns aid eligibility to 80,000 state residents enrolled in out-of-state nonprofit and public online colleges, with the decision backdated to May 26.

By Hallie Busta • Updated Aug. 5, 2019

Nonprofit expands digital credentials pilot to help underserved learners

Education Design Lab is continuing to experiment with microcredentials as a means to verify students' and workers' abilities.  

By Kathryn Moody , Riia O'Donnell , Natalie Schwartz • July 29, 2019

With badges, colleges take a hard look at teaching soft skills

Employer demand for new hires with skills like critical thinking has pushed colleges to find ways to show that students have those abilities.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 26, 2019

Report: Limited data on short-term programs vying for Pell dollars

As momentum grows in favor of federal funding for shorter programs, challenges persist in vetting their number, nature and student outcomes. 

By Hallie Busta • July 26, 2019

Can colleges and prisons support more Second Chance Pell?

As momentum to formally expand the program grows, college officials and corrections officers discuss barriers to implementation.

By Wayne D'Orio • July 25, 2019

Colleges find workaround for international students affected by visa delays

Several institutions are using a work authorization program that doesn't need federal approval to help international students get jobs and internships.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 25, 2019

3 ways colleges can prepare the workforce for automation

Higher ed's role in the economic shift includes bringing transparency to credentials and offering new opportunities to return to school.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 25, 2019

Are free college programs hurting four-year schools?

Data from two of the earliest programs suggests the effect is minimal, but universities could benefit from recalibrating their support and transfer services.

By Wayne D'Orio • July 24, 2019

Report highlights impact of student loans on black borrowers

Black students take on more debt at higher rates, which a new report suggests can be alleviated through key policy changes around oversight.

By Shailaja Neelakantan • July 24, 2019

U of Alaska surveys options after declaring financial exigency

The board of regents is considering whether to proportionally distribute cuts or to merge the system's three universities to reduce overhead.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 23, 2019

Report alleges Ed Dept helped prop up failing Dream Center

Lawmakers say the agency was changing its accreditation policy to benefit the struggling operator, but the agency says it was already working on the change.

By Hallie Busta • July 23, 2019