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Fewer than half of public colleges are affordable to low-income students, report finds
An average student would still need $2,118 to attend a four-year college in 2017-18 after all grants, loans and other aid, according to an industry report.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 31, 2019 -
Report sheds light on Arizona State's work with Cengage
An external review found no ethical issues with the university's approach as criticisms mount over how such partnerships impact college costs.
By Hallie Busta • May 31, 2019 -
Trendline
Student Success
Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible.
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Deep Dive
What happened when a small liberal arts college stopped raising tuition
St. John's College bet big on philanthropy last year when it slashed its sticker price by 33% and launched a $300 million campaign. So far, it's working.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 30, 2019 -
Strong job market, fewer high school grads continue to stress enrollment
Program-level decreases in new Clearinghouse data reflect moves away from the liberal arts and toward programs that have more explicit ties to jobs.
By James Paterson • May 30, 2019 -
U of Chicago joins colleges to add new schools in emerging tech fields
The university's molecular engineering school is funded with a $75 million donation at a time when higher ed relies more on private money.
By James Paterson • May 30, 2019 -
Burger King contest pledges up to $250K in student debt relief
The fast-food chain joins other companies to trade on the nation's $1.5 trillion student debt load, raising questions about the need for a broader solution.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 29, 2019 -
Q&A
How a college and coding school are partnering to bring new courses to campus
Dominican University of California's president explains why it teamed up with Make School and how other small liberal arts colleges can adapt.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 29, 2019 -
U of Illinois System flagship to drop residential MBA amid shift to online
Enrollment in its two-year "iMBA" nearly tripled from 2016 to 2019 as more business schools move online to generate interest in their programs.
By James Paterson • May 29, 2019 -
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Michigan State names Stony Brook president as new leader
Samuel Stanley Jr., who led Stony Brook University for a decade, will be tasked with recovering the reputation of the scandal-hit school.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 28, 2019 -
Federal labor board proposes rule to prevent graduate student unions at private colleges
If implemented, the regulations will reverse a ruling that gave them the right to collectively bargain in 2016.
By James Paterson • Updated Sept. 20, 2019 -
State, college officials say educational quality measures need a boost
A survey of two sides of the higher ed triad offers ideas for improvement as the industry contends with new credentials, providers and regulations.
By James Paterson • May 28, 2019 -
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Future of work depends on language skills
Studies show that the need for bilingual employees is growing.
May 28, 2019 -
National American gets $8.5M loan from CollegeAmerica parent
It will provide cash needed to secure a letter of credit required by the Education Department for Title IV eligibility, but the lender has its own concerns.
By Hallie Busta • May 24, 2019 -
Moody's identifies 'growing' cyber threat on college campuses
Budget constraints may make it difficult for colleges to keep up their defenses as attacks grow more complex, analysts write.
By James Paterson • May 24, 2019 -
Opinion
President Speaks: Universities should be ‘agile facilitators’ of knowledge
Maryville University President Mark Lombardi explains his institution's approach to implementing technology-based, personalized education.
By Mark Lombardi • May 23, 2019 -
Minority, low-income students 'almost exclusively' fueled undergrad enrollment growth
However, the gains have been concentrated at the least-selective schools, the Pew Research Center found.
By James Paterson , Natalie Schwartz • May 23, 2019 -
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College Scorecard adds preliminary program-level data
Applauded by advocates for more accountability, the update also includes information on additional types of institutions and student groups.
By James Paterson • May 23, 2019 -
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Deep DiveHow retailers are making their mark on colleges
Department stores, grocers and even apparel brands are adding locations on or near campuses.
By Wayne D'Orio • May 23, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Is change coming to Federal Work-Study?
As momentum builds for a Higher Education Act rewrite, lawmakers and policy experts are putting forth ideas to update the student employment program.
By James Paterson • May 22, 2019 -
Flagship universities offer more merit aid in bid to draw students
At flagships in 46 states, increases in non-need-based aid outpaced that of need-based aid over a five-year period.
By James Paterson • May 22, 2019 -
Online directory of college alternatives launches
The listing is one effort to guide prospective students to an emerging market of "last-mile" education and training options.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 22, 2019 -
Colleges need 'agile' leadership to battle global headwinds
With state funding uncertain, enrollment challenged and technological change ahead, Moody's analysts suggest only the fittest institutions will survive.
By James Paterson • May 22, 2019 -
Ed Dept expands Second Chance Pell Grant program for people in prison
More colleges will be able to participate in the experimental sites initiative, though challenges remain in offering postsecondary education in prison.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 21, 2019 -
Q&A
What is college presidents' role in the higher ed affordability conversation?
Outgoing University of Minnesota President Eric Kaler discusses why he's leaving before his contract is up and chief execs' use of the "bully pulpit."
By Hallie Busta • May 21, 2019 -
Federal Work-Study pilot to expand funding, flexibility
The Ed Department's experimental site will remove limits on how much money an institution can allocate to private-sector employers, among other changes.
By Hallie Busta • May 21, 2019
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