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Education Department reverses course on batch FAFSA corrections
The change could increase colleges’ administrative burden and leave some students without financial aid this fall, one industry association said.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 31, 2024 -
Valparaiso to eliminate over 2 dozen academic programs
The private Indiana university will also cut faculty positions as part of the downsizing but did not specify how many.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 30, 2024 -
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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.
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Workers with 4-year degrees will hold most good jobs in 2031, report predicts
Georgetown University researchers expect 15 million more good jobs will be created for workers with bachelor’s diplomas in the decade following 2021.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 30, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Inside the complex world of tuition discounting
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from a look at ever-rising college sticker prices to higher education policy trends coming down the pike.
By Natalie Schwartz • July 26, 2024 -
This week in numbers: Dickinson State president to step down after nursing faculty exits
We’re rounding up our top recent stories, from the fallout of a mass resignation at Dickinson State to the growing legal victories against the new Title IX rule.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 19, 2024 -
ACT to shorten exam time and make science portion optional
The changes come after the College Board cut the SAT's run time earlier this year.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 17, 2024 -
This week in numbers: 3 Columbia administrators stripped of titles
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from employees losing their positions over text exchanges to an abrupt for-profit college closure.
By Natalie Schwartz • July 12, 2024 -
With thermal energy tech, Emerson College aims to decarbonize 100% of its heating
The technology will be integrated into the institution’s building management systems without requiring upgrades, retrofits or additional investments.
By Nish Amarnath • July 11, 2024 -
Johns Hopkins to cover tuition for most medical students after $1B gift
Almost two-thirds of the university's current and incoming students will qualify following the donation from Bloomberg Philanthropies.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 8, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Columbia employees placed on leave
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from a leaked text exchange among administrators to more colleges breaching debt requirements.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 28, 2024 -
3 Columbia University employees placed on leave after leaked text exchanges
A university investigation comes after photos emerged of four administrators reportedly texting about a panel on Jewish student life.
By Laura Spitalniak • June 24, 2024 -
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By Julie Johnston, Executive Education Vertical Director • June 24, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Pennsylvania’s dueling plans to revamp higher ed
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from one governor’s vision to improve the state’s colleges to funding cuts at Arizona’s public universities
By Natalie Schwartz • June 21, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Inside Goddard College’s closure
We’re rounding up our top recent stories, from an in-depth look at the final days of a unique Vermont institution to a guide on the new overtime regulations.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 14, 2024 -
Pew: Almost half of adults say the importance of a college degree has declined
The research center found that just 1 in 4 adults say a four-year degree is a "very or extremely important" part of getting a well-paid job.
By Laura Spitalniak • June 5, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: FAFSA submissions unlikely to match last year’s rate
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from lagging FAFSA completions to the new Southern New Hampshire University president’s vision.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 31, 2024 -
University of California strike spreads to more campuses
Union members at the Los Angeles and Davis campuses began striking Tuesday, as UC Santa Cruz entered its second week of strikes.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 29, 2024 -
Employers appear more likely to offer interviews, higher pay to those with AI skills, study says
U.K.-based research found college graduates with business-related AI studies on their resumes and cover letters were more likely to receive interviews.
By Carolyn Crist • May 28, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Spring 2024 sees uptick in undergraduate enrollment
We’re rounding up some of our biggest recent stories, from positive trends in enrollment to a nonprofit college in Chicago bracing for cuts.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 24, 2024 -
UC Santa Cruz goes online amid protests and labor strike
The move comes in response to activists and union members blocking a road near the university’s campus, according to college officials.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 22, 2024 -
Sonoma State leader resigns after announcing unapproved deal with student protesters
Mike Lee stepped down a day after the California State University system placed him on leave over “insubordination.”
By Laura Spitalniak • May 20, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Tuition discounts inch up
We’re rounding up top recent stories, from rising tuition discounts at private colleges to Indiana professors suing over a new state tenure law.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 17, 2024 -
Sonoma State University leader placed on leave after brokering deal with student protesters
President Mike Lee is under review for his handling of negotiations with pro-Palestinian activists, the California State University system said.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 16, 2024 -
Georgia’s university system revives SAT, ACT requirements at 4 more colleges
Augusta, Georgia State, Georgia Southern and Kennesaw State universities will require test scores from students applying to the 2026-27 academic year.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 15, 2024 -
This week in 5 numbers: Heavy cuts come to St. Cloud State
We’re rounding up some of our top recent stories, from a program review at a public university to a private nonprofit under accreditor scrutiny.
By Natalie Schwartz • May 10, 2024