Study: Rising student fees outpace tuition increases

New research by a Seton Hall University professor reveals student fees at public colleges and universities have increased at a faster rate than tuition over the last decade. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 23, 2016

Higher ed systems expanding access to open-source materials

The State University of New York System is building its own open-source publishing arm, joining a growing number of systems looking to reduce costs through digital resources. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 23, 2016

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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

Fiscal health of states improving, but higher ed still feels crunch

A new study shows state finances on the rise in the wake of 2008's downturn, but higher ed budget cuts remain a hot topic for several.

By Jarrett Carter • June 23, 2016

Kentucky governor abolishes U of Louisville board of trustees

The move by Gov. Matt Bevin, made to address multiple controversies surrounding outgoing President James Ramsey, may bring accreditation issues. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016

Higher ed exec searches often hindered by wordy, poorly written submissions

Excessive information makes even the best submission difficult to read through, and frustrating for search committee members who value time and the ability to quickly target qualifications.

By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016

Report: Higher ed requires drastic changes to remain competitive for students

The study suggests the economic downturn will require institutions to incorporate comptency-based learning, online education and predictive analytics to remain competive.

By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016

Study examines why students choose for-profit education

More than two million students are enrolled in for-profit schools, and they tend to be older, minority students from low-income families with low levels of educational attainment.

By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016

Technology key to university branding strategies

Strong visual identity, built with feedback and support from campus stakeholders, must also be enforced with firm rules on presentation and usage.

By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016

Report: Medicaid costs negatively impact public higher ed funding

State Medicaid spending has boxed out allocations for public higher education for the last 30 years, and the trend shows no signs of slowing down.

By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016

How 'Brexit' could impact higher education

As Great Britain moves toward a vote for its place in the European Union, officials are concerned about the potential global impact on higher ed.

By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016

Adaptive Learning Holds Promise for the Future of Higher Education

Though adaptive learning is not new, interest has gained momentum with a slew of technology providers now flooding the Ed Tech market.

June 21, 2016

AAUP sanctions U of Iowa for 'biased' presidential search

The national association of professors has unanimously rejected the university's controversial search and hiring of businessman Bruce Harreld.

By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016

Mizzou, Saint Rose censured for faculty firings

Both schools called the AAUP’s actions inconsistent with the facts in both cases.

By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016

Coursera's Koller: 'Yesterday's degree doesn't prepare for tomorrow's jobs'

Coursera President and Co-Founder Daphne Koller says that expanding education and training for 21st century jobs is going to be the foundation for higher ed in today's marketplace. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 21, 2016

U of Wyoming declares financial crisis

A downturn in tax revenue left the state's flagship school facing $40 million in budget cuts over the next two years.

By Jarrett Carter • June 20, 2016

California ties public higher ed funding increases to in-state enrollment

The state is offering more than $30 million in budget increases to its public university systems to recruit more in-state students.

By Jarrett Carter • June 20, 2016

Northeastern offers bootcamp for data analytics professionals

The two-month bootcamp is for professionals seeking networking or career changes in the computer science industry. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 20, 2016

Should law schools consider shutting their doors?

Enrollment declines and the continuing decimation of the legal industry are placing increasing hardship on law schools nationwide. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 20, 2016

Higher education at the center of innovation market

Colleges and universities serve as economic engines for corporations and as a critical workforce development partner in creating new companies.

By Jarrett Carter • June 20, 2016

Innovative university ideathons can help shape the next-generation workplace

Along with science and tech research, higher ed must also embrace and implement student-centric, team-oriented, solutions-focused and cross-disciplinary approaches to innovation.

By Vikram Jandhyala, vice president for innovation & Kevin Mihata, associate dean for educational programs, University of Washington • June 17, 2016

Small colleges facing biggest challenges with enrollment

Smaller colleges with 5,000 students or less are declining while larger institutions are incrementally growing.

By Jarrett Carter • June 17, 2016

How interfaith infusion can improve college outcomes

An expert on interfaith training says colleges and universities would be wise to make religion an equal focus within campus tolerance and equity efforts.

By Jarrett Carter • June 17, 2016

Ex-president accuses school of withholding retirement payout

James Taylor is suing the University of the Cumberlands for denying him an annual post-retirement salary of nearly $400,000.

By Jarrett Carter • June 17, 2016

For-profit coding bootcamps better as educational add-on

The Economist argues niche courses are better served for professionals looking to add value to a degree, and not as a for-profit credential alternative.

By Jarrett Carter • June 17, 2016

Like Australia, the UK offers its own lessons in boosting college access

Despite increasing costs for higher education, the United Kingdom has also increased access for low-income students. 

By Jarrett Carter • June 17, 2016