A Florida public college search was suspended. Some critics blame political interference.

An ally of Gov. Ron DeSantis was floated for the job at Florida Atlantic University — but he wasn’t named a finalist.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 10, 2023

UNC-Chapel Hill to start free tuition program in response to Supreme Court ruling

North Carolina students and families earning under $80,000 a year will benefit beginning in 2024.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 10, 2023

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Student Success

Explore how universities are working to boost student outcomes by integrating remedial education, providing mental health tools and making education more accessible. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Getting staff and students to stay: Higher ed leans on data to upgrade campus experiences

Colleges and universities continue to struggle with shrinking enrollment and retention as students choose education alternatives or jump ship to competing institutions.

July 10, 2023

The Supreme Court struck down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan. But he’s trying again.

The president had tried to cancel student loan debt for those earning up to $125,000 a year, which conservatives deemed financially imprudent and unfair.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated June 30, 2023

Gen Z values education — but doesn’t think a four-year degree is the only option

A new survey found that high school students are weighing the time investment college requires as seriously as the financial investment.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 30, 2023

Supreme Court rules against race-conscious admissions at Harvard and UNC-Chapel Hill

The recent opinion was unsurprising for college access advocates who had nonetheless urged the high court to keep with decades of precedent.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated June 29, 2023

Kansas regents to review undergrad programs — some will be on the chopping block

The governing board intends to phase out certain public colleges’ degrees that have low enrollment or little return on investment for students.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 28, 2023

NCAA demands colleges follow its name, image, likeness rules over state laws

A new NIL directive sets up battles with states that have passed legislation instructing institutions to disregard NCAA enforcement on this issue.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 27, 2023

AAUP opposes ‘Stop WOKE Act’ in federal court brief

The group backed the Florida faculty suing the state over the law, which bans teaching certain aspects of race and gender at public colleges.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 27, 2023

West Virginia University cuts $7M in staff amid budget crunch

The public flagship’s governing board also raised tuition by 3%, part of a strategy to correct an estimated $45 million deficit.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 26, 2023

Here’s how University of Nebraska system plans to fix its $58M shortfall

In addition to a long-term plan, the system will freeze nonfaculty hiring and temporarily reduce department budgets starting July 1.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 23, 2023

Florida sues Education Department over accreditation

Gov. Ron DeSantis called accrediting agencies “unaccountable, unappointed, unelected” during a press conference. 

By Laura Spitalniak • June 23, 2023

For-profit Hussian College abruptly shuts down

The institution, which has not publicized the closure, has campuses in four states, as well as online programs.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 23, 2023

Florida university system seeks to add classics test as admissions qualifier

Under the proposal, the State University System of Florida would accept the CLT, popular among faith-based colleges, as an alternative to the SAT and ACT.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 23, 2023

FTC will give over $3.3 million to student loan borrowers who fell for debt relief scheme

More than 37,800 individuals gave money to Arete Financial Group in the hopes of mitigating their debt, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 22, 2023

Cal State workgroup unveils plan to close Black students’ achievement gaps

Recommendations include developing data-driven retention plans for Black students and creating culturally relevant curriculum.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 22, 2023

Supreme Court won’t take up Christian college’s lawsuit against Biden’s anti-discrimination housing policy

College of the Ozark, in Missouri, was challenging a White House directive aimed at protecting gay and transgender people from unfair treatment.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 21, 2023

High time for a change? NCAA panel recommends ending marijuana ban

The association’s governing bodies would need to approve policy changes. A decision is expected this fall.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 21, 2023

Consumer group sues Education Department to get data on incarcerated student loan borrowers

The Student Borrower Protection Center said its records request, originally filed in 2021, has gone ignored.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 20, 2023

Deadline drama: How will the Education Department’s delay of Title IX rules affect colleges?

First expected last month, final regulations would dictate how institutions investigate sexual violence and accommodate transgender athletes.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 20, 2023

Texas enacts law restricting transgender athletes at public colleges

Transgender players can’t participate in sports aligned with their gender identities, potentially clashing with a proposed federal regulation.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 16, 2023

Here’s what data credential providers should publish to promote student equity

Factors like costs, earnings and completion rates should be immediately available to help students know if programs have equitable outcomes. 

By Laura Spitalniak • June 16, 2023

West Virginia University to merge two colleges in the face of deep budget deficit

The state public flagship will fuse its colleges of creative arts and media as it braces for continued enrollment declines.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 15, 2023

University of Arkansas to dissolve its DEI department

The Arkansas flagship will move DEI staff and resources to other student and employee success offices, per a community email from its chancellor.

By Laura Spitalniak • June 15, 2023

House committee votes to yank federal funding from colleges, schools used as migrant shelters

Supporters say sheltering migrants puts students in danger. Opponents call the measure hurtful and a distraction.

By Kara Arundel • June 15, 2023