Where do America's wealthiest students go to college?

The New York Times offers a glimpse into the disparate enrollment trends of students from some of the world's wealthiest families, finding most elite colleges still don't enroll many middle- and lower-class students.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 23, 2017

Rhode Island is latest state to wade into free college discussion

The nation's smallest state sets its sights on a big goal to expand college access at its public institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 23, 2017

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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

Former Oxford student sues school for ‘boring’ professor

The iconic university faces legal action from a student who says that an uninspiring professor set him on a course for underperformance and lower earnings as a professional. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 23, 2017

Trump administration signals potential cuts to arts funding

Endowments which support public broadcast entities could be in jeopardy with rumors of new Trump federal budget priorities swirling. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 23, 2017

Few expect movement on gun violence research under Trump administration

Federal obstacles to funding gun violence research may be expanded under new leadership and potential changes to regulations. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 23, 2017

Affordability, access, fate of undocumented students top higher ed leaders' Trump concerns

A few days after the election, higher ed leaders gathered to discuss apprehensions about what the nation's next president could mean for the industry.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Jan. 20, 2017

Could negative enrollment trends spell trouble for textbook publishers?

Fewer students and more technology are pending signs of struggle for the billion-dollar industry. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 20, 2017

Colleges are essential part of 'smart city' movement

As civic technology explodes, higher education will be a major factor in specialized workforce development for key industries.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 20, 2017

DeVos mum on for-profit accountability in confirmation hearing

The top choice for education secretary roils federal lawmakers and policy observers on the subject of regulation.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 20, 2017

AASCU lists top higher ed policy matters for states in 2017

The advocacy organization for public institutions lays out the top funding and industrial priorities for the upcoming year.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 20, 2017

Florida public colleges spend $2M in lobbying each year

Public schools in the Sunshine State invest in engaging lawmakers for support and funding. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 20, 2017

What does Obamacare repeal look like on a college campus?

Some schools are looking forward to reduced paperwork and fewer costs, but concerns remain about benefits for adjunct instructors and students.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 19, 2017

Survey: Demand for digital course materials reaches record high

The demand for digital educational access and student savings is not being met, however.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 19, 2017

UW System files lawsuit against former chancellor

The suit accuses two former executives of misappropriating millions for building projects and foundation work. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 19, 2017

While improving, US 2020 college completion goal not as close as expected

New research from the Pew Foundation shows the United States has considerable ground to cover to make itself among the world's most educated nations.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 19, 2017

Student loan vendor faces lawsuit, allegations of deceitful collection practices

Navient faces allegations of contributing to the nation's student loan debt crisis with criminal activity against former students.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 19, 2017

New report shows drop in per-credit cost for undergraduate education

Research breaks down how costs have fallen more than 10% over nearly 15 years.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 18, 2017

U of Alaska system president receives no-confidence vote

Faculty from the system's flagship campus cite concerns with transparency and shared governance with the vote. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 18, 2017

Illinois governor moves to overhaul Chicago State leadership

New trustees and a new advisory board are tapped to help save the maligned public institution. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 18, 2017

Affordability, campus safety, regulation take centerstage in DeVos confirmation hearing

Federal lawmakers grill the controversial cabinet pick on affordability, campus safety and regulation.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 18, 2017

UVA to increase slots for in-state students

The plan is viewed as a counter to criticism over limited access of residential students for admission consideration.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 18, 2017

In era of fiscal concern, colleges look to new degree programs to boost bottom lines

New programs, particularly in STEM fields, expand opportunities for enrollment and development.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 17, 2017

Colleges look to leadership incubators for next wave of executives

Rutgers University is among a handful of campuses developing future academic leaders from its ranks of faculty members through mentoring and leadership training courses. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 17, 2017

Study: Number of students seeking campus mental health resources spikes

A new report shows campuses are successfully convincing students to use more resources, but the availability of mental health service provision is on the decline. 

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 17, 2017

IT executive shares insight on how tech builds institutional culture

A veteran education technology executive weighs in on how IT executives can shape institutional identity.

By Jarrett Carter • Jan. 17, 2017