Nevada lays out broad higher ed partnership with Mexican state

The framework allows for international academic cooperation through measures such as joint degrees, faculty and student exchanges, and language courses. 

By Ben Unglesbee • March 5, 2019

Fearing 'existential threat,' U of Massachusetts unveils plans for national online platform

The system is hoping the new venture, targeting adult learners, will help it stave off looming enrollment declines that are stressing institutions of all sizes.

By Natalie Schwartz • March 5, 2019

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Enrollment and Retention

A look at the pandemic's continuing impact on enrollment and how colleges can ensure students stay on course.

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Gen Z Takeover: How colleges are using gamification to engage students

To encourage campus exploration beyond the classroom, colleges are adding a little competition to earn points, badges and prizes. 

By Natalie Schwartz • March 5, 2019

SXSW EDU 2019: Why we need to fix the college-to-career handoff

Higher ed leaders at the annual conference discussed flaws in career readiness and how colleges and employers need to work together.

By Hallie Busta • March 5, 2019

Michigan State loses sexual misconduct coverage after cutting ties with insurer

The university declined a renewal offer that would not cover future claims against Larry Nassar, instead creating its own captive insurance company. 

By James Paterson • March 4, 2019

As enrollment wavers, law schools look to expand online

Virtual classes and programs are tapping new revenue streams and preparing faculty for the future of legal education.

By Hallie Busta • March 4, 2019

Which colleges spend the most tuition revenue on instruction?

Government subsidies put public institutions on top, while for-profit and online colleges devote a sizable share of their revenue to marketing.

By Natalie Schwartz • March 4, 2019

Colleges collaborate to improve career services

Seven universities are partnering to share best practices on helping low-income and first-generation students connect what they're learning with future jobs.

By James Paterson • March 4, 2019

Georgetown to launch AI think tank

The news follows an executive order supporting investment in artificial intelligence as well as similar moves by other colleges.

By Hallie Busta • March 1, 2019

2 reports highlight concerns over Confucius Institutes’ influence

The probes into the cultural education program draw attention to broader issues of academic freedom in higher ed between the U.S. and China.

By James Paterson • March 1, 2019

Ed Dept pulls Argosy U’s Title IV access in blow to Dream Center

With $13 million owed to students and few answers, the federal agency denied the for-profit college's request for a change in control and nonprofit conversion.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated March 1, 2019

Do universities need to go national to stay relevant?

A new report argues regional colleges, especially those without specializations, are prime targets "to be gobbled up" by national institutions. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Feb. 28, 2019

As traditional colleges grow online, OPM relationships shift

Online program managers are answering colleges' calls for flexibility as more institutions, including state systems like SUNY, plant flags in the space.

By Hallie Busta • Feb. 28, 2019

[Podcast] Higher (Ed)volution

In this podcast, we will delve into the possibilities of Learning Management System analytics.

By Education Dive's Brand Studio • Updated Oct. 9, 2019

State budget talks weigh freezing tuition for more funding

Proposed limits on tuition increases are one piece of a higher ed funding puzzle borne from recession-era state budget cuts and slowing investment returns. 

By James Paterson • Feb. 28, 2019

Report: 54% of prospective elementary teachers fail licensing exam on first try

The National Council on Teacher Quality's report points a finger at teacher education programs for inadequately preparing these would-be educators.

By Linda Jacobson • Feb. 27, 2019

How colleges are using AI to save time on operations

Beyond aiding instruction, artificial intelligence is helping more institutions streamline back-end processes and organize information.

By Natalie Schwartz • Feb. 27, 2019

Higher ed groups ask for flexibility with online learning rules

Representing workforce-oriented and online education, they want colleges to have freedom to explore educational models without losing Title IV access.

By Hallie Busta • Feb. 27, 2019

Cal State sees early wins from dropping non-credit remedial classes

Thousands more students passed college-level math classes under a new program that adds extra support for students who need it.

By James Paterson • Feb. 27, 2019

Will National American U's online pivot be enough to keep it alive?

The for-profit faces declining enrollment and a bleeding balance sheet, but success online is uncertain in a tight market and sale prospects are limited.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 26, 2019

Most US adults don't think state funding to higher ed is down

That trend could be problematic, a new report finds, as state institutions may struggle to convince taxpayers of the need for more investment.

By Hallie Busta • Feb. 26, 2019

New York wants to pilot free child care at community colleges

As colleges attempt to recruit, retain and graduate more adult learners, they are finding a need to help them manage aspects of their personal lives, too.

By James Paterson • Feb. 26, 2019

House plans 5 hearings on Higher Education Act reauthorization

The bipartisan hearings will address topics such as college costs, student success, and the roles of community colleges and minority-serving institutions. 

By James Paterson • Feb. 25, 2019

Veterans groups urge VA to keep GI benefits away from deceptive colleges

A recent audit estimating the department will make $2.3 billion in improper payments over the next five years raised fresh concerns over wasted funds. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Feb. 25, 2019

Dream Center receiver sues groups that took over Art Institutes

The manager of the nonprofit's assets claims the Education Department forced it into the arrangement on the threat of losing its Title IV access.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated Feb. 26, 2019