More than 60 colleges back lawsuit against ‘unlawful presence’ policy

They argue the policy creates uncertainty and makes it easier for international students to inadvertently lose status and be barred from the U.S.

By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 3, 2019

For-profit National American University exits Nasdaq

A fresh bet on online growth didn't stop the for-profit operator's drift into penny stock, which follows years of declining revenue and profits. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 3, 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

U of Rhode Island to add 3 'innovation' campuses

The trio of projects follow similar efforts by other universities to bring industry and academia together for economic development.

By Hallie Busta • Jan. 3, 2019

Justice Dept. backs conservative group in U of Iowa lawsuit

The agency contended the university isn't protecting students' First Amendment rights and vowed to crack down on other colleges. 

By James Paterson • Jan. 3, 2019

Shop class is back, ready to tackle the construction skills gap

Immigration enforcement has left Texas' construction industry with a lack of skilled workers, and stakeholders are calling on schools to help.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 3, 2019

Special counsel: MSU stonewalling Nassar investigation

A damning report from the attorney general's office found the university is unnecessarily complicating the probe, despite pledges to fully cooperate.

By James Paterson • Jan. 2, 2019

10 compelling education long reads from 2018

We rounded up some of our favorite stories of the year that highlight the everyday people who make or are affected by the big decisions in education. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 21, 2018

Our best higher ed stories of 2018

We're looking back at some of our most popular stories of the past year that offer a snapshot of shifts underway at colleges across the country.

By Education Dive Staff • Dec. 21, 2018

After Midwest for-profit Vatterott's closure, colleges line up to take on students

The chain's closure, the second this month, was so abrupt that some students found out by word of mouth or had belongings locked inside a campus.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 21, 2018

Report: Most board members think the public has a positive view of higher education

However, other recent studies show less favorable views and perceptions of political bias among U.S. adults.

By James Paterson • Dec. 21, 2018

Texas community college enrollment 'bucked' trend in strong job market

Population growth and dual-enrollment participation prevented the expected drop-off in students, Moody's reports.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 21, 2018

US college completion rate climbs to 58%

Although six-year completion rates are rising across the board, significant differences among several groups persist.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 20, 2018

DeVos tells higher ed leaders the industry is 'due for a rethink'

The Ed secretary laid out her department's priorities ahead of the federal negotiated rulemaking session on accreditation that begins next month.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 20, 2018

How Amazon HQ2's arrival is kicking a higher ed expansion into gear

A stronger tech talent pipeline was central to Virginia's winning bid for the e-commerce giant's new headquarters. But university officials say the project has bigger implications.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 20, 2018

After building spree, college maintenance spending hits 11-year high

Investment in existing buildings reached nearly $5 per gross square foot in 2017 and could rise further even as colleges struggle to grow revenue, a new report finds.

By James Paterson • Dec. 20, 2018

Ed Dept. watchdog to review ACICS approval

In response to pushback from congressional Democrats, the department's Office of Inspector General is investigating the agency's contentious decision.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 20, 2018

Supreme Court upholds doctrine that gives Ed Dept power to define its rules

The decision comes as the department moves to overhaul several regulations, including those that govern Title IX, accreditation and online learning.

By Natalie Schwartz • Updated June 27, 2019

Grand Canyon Education buys Orbis Education Services for $362.5M

The deal could help diversify the for-profit service provider's revenue and clients after it spun off Grand Canyon University earlier this year.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 19, 2018

What's next for higher ed's for-profit colleges?

More M&A and nonprofit conversions are expected as the troubled sector stares down political uncertainty in 2020 and beyond.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 19, 2018

Northeastern U tech college lands $50M gift from industrialist

The investment joins several other recent high-dollar gifts to colleges and universities to support tech-oriented programs.

By James Paterson • Dec. 18, 2018

Low-income student enrollment up 3.5% at top US colleges

A group of 100-plus colleges has committed to increase equity and access in higher ed, and early reports show they are pacing to meet their goal.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 18, 2018

University of Minnesota hikes nonresident tuition again

Some worry the increase will deter coveted out-of-state students, whose numbers climbed after the university slashed their tuition a decade ago.

By James Paterson • Dec. 18, 2018

4 questions DeVos' Title IX rules leave unanswered

We asked legal experts what they think about the Ed Department's proposed overhaul and how colleges should prepare to carry it out.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 18, 2018

U of Rochester names Sarah Mangelsdorf as its first woman president

Currently provost of UW-Madison, she will take over the private institution as it rebounds from a sexual harassment scandal that led its last leader to resign.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 18, 2018

Minority students key to tech sector's growth, but attainment gap persists

Graduating more underrepresented students with engineering degrees is key to meeting demand in the growing sector, a new report says.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 18, 2018