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New York Gov. Cuomo proposes tougher rules on for-profits, student loan servicers
In his latest budget proposal, the governor blasted the Trump administration's deregulatory policies and said he aims to "fill the gap" in consumer protection.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 17, 2019 -
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Michigan State Interim President John Engler resigns over remarks about Nassar victims
Engler, a former Michigan governor, came under fire for comments that victims of sports doctor Larry Nassar are "still enjoying" being in the "spotlight."
By Natalie Schwartz • Updated Jan. 17, 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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Veterans underrepresented at top US colleges
Two-thirds of student veterans are enrolled in colleges with graduation rates under 50%, according to a new report on how colleges can serve this group.
By James Paterson , Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 16, 2019 -
Facing insolvency, Dream Center is unloading Art Institutes
The arts school chain was bought just over a year ago, but its owner struggled under inherited debt and has been closing campuses.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 16, 2019 -
Ending Pell Grant ban for prisoners could give 463,000 college access, report finds
Restoring federal student aid for inmates could also save states $365.8 million annually by reducing recidivism while raising Pell costs by less than 10%.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 16, 2019 -
NYU's free medical school tuition draws more diverse applicants
Announced last fall, the move to waive tuition raised questions over whether it would help diversify the applicant pool and, ultimately, the student body.
By James Paterson • Jan. 15, 2019 -
UNC board cuts Chapel Hill chancellor's departure short amid Silent Sam controversy
Carol Folt's move to resign and remove the statue's pedestal surprised the board, which was in a closed meeting when she publicly announced the news.
By Hallie Busta • Updated Jan. 16, 2019 -
Community college transfers fare well despite small numbers
A new report shares several ways selective four-year institutions can help improve pathways for students moving from two-year colleges.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 15, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Giving a nudge: How digital alerts can keep students on track
Colleges are using student data to craft custom text messages and other prompts to boost retention, but experts warn they can backfire.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 15, 2019 -
Survey: Just 9% of graduates find alumni networks helpful
Elite colleges market access to alumni as a critical tool for students in their job searches, but graduates report they don't always work as advertised.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 15, 2019 -
An error in Republican tax law could save public colleges millions — for now
A new tax was meant to target all nonprofit colleges that pay top execs more than $1 million, but it inadvertently left out a large portion of state universities.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 14, 2019 -
U of California System urges caution for students and faculty in China
A notification sent last week from its Office of Risk Services advised restricted online messaging and careful behavior based on State Department warnings.
By James Paterson • Jan. 14, 2019 -
Western Governors U does not have to pay back $713M in Title IV funds
The Ed Department, which previously deemed the nonprofit online college ineligible for federal aid, gave competency-based education a critical boost.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 14, 2019 -
California Gov. Newsom's budget proposal increases state funding, freezes tuition
Yet some say the budget falls short of meeting the needs of the state's primary financial aid program and low-income students.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 14, 2019 -
Will sharing more K-12 data increase enrollment at public universities?
To improve in-state college recruitment, Illinois education officials are looking at expanding access to student data and funding scholarships for top students.
By Amelia Harper • Jan. 14, 2019 -
Farm bill gives some HBCUs' budgets wiggle room
Moody's analysts say the infusion of funding and increased financial flexibility are a good omen of government support for the struggling colleges.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 14, 2019 -
Appeals court rules U of Southern California’s sexual misconduct investigations unfair
A court said the university must give students who face severe penalties the opportunity to question their accusers and other witnesses during a hearing.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 11, 2019 -
Wealthier students borrow more for college. Here's why.
The gap between what high- and low-income students borrowed on average rose from $7,500 to $10,500 over a four-year period, a new report finds.
By James Paterson • Jan. 11, 2019 -
CUNY close to choosing new chancellor after 2 contenders reportedly drop out
Robert Hughes of the Gates Foundation backed out in December, but the university says it is nearing the end of its search to replace James Milliken.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 11, 2019 -
Former student-athlete sues Washington and Lee U following suicide attempt
Kionte Burnette alleges a counselor "deviated from the applicable standard of care and treatment" during events leading up to his attempt to take his life.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 11, 2019 -
1.8M college students who could get SNAP benefits aren't
More than 30% of students lack adequate access to food and many don't take advantage of federal benefits, a Government Accountability Office report found.
By James Paterson • Jan. 10, 2019 -
Investors bet $30M more on Lambda School's income-share tuition model
The programming and coding school enrolls 1,000 students and is already expanding overseas, but ISAs in higher ed have had several false starts.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 10, 2019 -
Chicago mayoral candidate wants to merge public K-12, community college systems
Bill Daley said combining the education systems could save up to $50 million and pay for all city high school graduates to attend community college.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 10, 2019 -
Q&A
How Purdue Global is expanding Purdue U's access to adult learners
The chief academic officer of the online college borne from the Purdue-Kaplan deal discusses its twist on competency-based and modular education.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 9, 2019 -
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Negotiators for accreditation rulemaking have deep stakes in online, alternative education
The Ed Department's proposed regulatory overhaul lightens accreditor oversight and gives colleges more freedom to design programs.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 9, 2019
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