Inflation rate of 2.6% expected for colleges in 2019

Growth in faculty salaries will slow this year while material and utility costs will increase, according to an index run by the Commonfund Institute. 

By Hallie Busta • May 20, 2019

Report: Ohio State officials knew of sports doctor’s sexual abuse

An independent review found a physician abused at least 177 male students, and that personnel aware of it "failed to investigate or act meaningfully."

By Hallie Busta • May 20, 2019

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Emerging Technology

As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Anti-affirmative action group sues U of Texas at Austin — again

Several measures have emerged as alternatives to race-conscious admissions as pressure builds to end the practice, but experts question their effectiveness. 

By Hallie Busta • May 20, 2019

Many workers say they will pursue continuing education on their own

A Randstad report indicates employers and employees agree about the importance of upskilling and where it is most in-demand.

By Hallie Busta , Katie Clarey • May 17, 2019

How can community colleges help students transfer into selective institutions?

A new paper examines a deal with an ed tech company that intended to help students transfer but raised other questions around partnerships.

By Natalie Schwartz • May 17, 2019

Sanctions continue on CollegeAmerica's parent company

Its accreditor told the operator to stop enrollment in 10 programs as well as provide outcomes data on others and justification for some marketing claims.

By Hallie Busta • May 17, 2019

Dream Center ties could spell the end for coding school Woz U

Arizona regulators cited various financial and operational concerns in their decision not to renew its license, including a link to the failed college chain.

By Hallie Busta • May 17, 2019

Presidential candidate Julián Castro pitches latest plan for free college

The former HUD secretary's broad proposal offers specifics around income-based repayment and suggests ending federal aid to for-profit colleges.

By James Paterson • May 16, 2019

College Board to roll out adversity score for applicants

The SAT test provider hopes the measure will give colleges a fuller picture of prospective students as many look beyond standardized tests.

By Hallie Busta • May 16, 2019

5 common hang-ups in higher ed public-private partnerships

Relationships with corporations to deliver services or assets require strong leadership and a clear plan to overcome a "fundamental cultural mismatch."

By Chad Hardaway • May 15, 2019

Colleges continue to struggle to fill classes by May 1

A growing list of colleges that have open slots after the typical admissions deadline offers evidence of the ongoing yield challenge some institutions face.

By Hallie Busta • May 15, 2019

Execs at U of California Merced, U of Oklahoma step down amid wave of departures

Several college presidents are leaving their post after successful tenures, while others have been ousted amid scandals or unrest on campus. 

By Natalie Schwartz • May 15, 2019

Colorado to give families seed money for college savings

By offering funds in exchange for opening a college savings plan, a growing group of cities and states hopes to boost future college enrollment.

By James Paterson • May 15, 2019

Colorado State Global Campus partners with career education provider

Graduates of Kenzie Academy, an Indianapolis-based skills training school, can roll up to 48 credits into a bachelor's at the public online college.

By Natalie Schwartz • May 14, 2019

Are student-parents getting the financial support they need?

Free or low-cost child care is becoming a priority as colleges draw adult learners, but federal aid may be coming up short, argues a new report.

By James Paterson • May 14, 2019

Report: Nondegree credentials improve economic mobility

New research from credentialing advocates Strada and Lumina comes as the industry takes critical steps to improve consistency and transparency.

By Hallie Busta • May 14, 2019

Group calls out ‘potential biases’ from HBCUs’ primary accreditor

A new paper from the United Negro College Fund contends the accrediting process lacks transparency and may be biased against HBCUs. 

By James Paterson • May 13, 2019

3 changes higher ed leaders should be ready to make

Bringing clarity to credentials, reckoning with racist histories and reforming remediation can help attract and retain today's students.

By Natalie Schwartz • May 13, 2019

State budget bill threatens Western Governors' Ohio affiliate

Proposed language renders students in competency-based postsecondary programs ineligible for state financial aid programs.

By Hallie Busta • May 13, 2019

Going light on amenities can help public-private student housing partnerships succeed

Students' price sensitivity should steer institutions away from packing campus housing with features that will drive costs up, analysts say.

By James Paterson • May 13, 2019

School-based legal clinic addresses needs of Los Angeles immigrant families

A school-university partnership between UCLA and LAUSD represents a growing effort to bring legal services into schools.

By Linda Jacobson • May 10, 2019

Study: Tier-one grads may not be employers' best buy

There are "significantly more" qualified students at second- and third-tier schools for data science and analytics, per a new report on hiring data talent. 

By Riia O'Donnell , Natalie Schwartz • May 10, 2019

Tuition discounts reach record high (again) as colleges diversify revenue

Institutional grants continue to grow at private colleges, but they may be unsustainable, according to a new report from trade group NACUBO.

By James Paterson • May 10, 2019

College students want careers with a social purpose

Students view doctors, engineers and teachers as the biggest contributors to society and consultants and politicians among the least, a recent survey found.

By Hallie Busta , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 10, 2019

How technology is helping two colleges bridge the affordability gap

The second largest financial stressor for students? Course materials. Find out how Cengage Unlimited is making a difference at colleges nationwide.

May 9, 2019