Willamette University and Pacific University seek to merge

The two private nonprofits in Oregon said Thursday that they intend to create "the University of the Northwest," with one state official voicing support.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 11, 2025

7 in 10 employers have high confidence in higher ed, survey finds

The AAC&U-Morning Consult findings contrast with recent polling showing large shares of adults are questioning whether college is worth the cost.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 11, 2025

Explore the Trendline➔

Mental Health and Wellness

This Trendline examines how colleges can address rising mental health concerns and support at-risk groups, such as transgender students and college athletes. 

By Higher Ed Dive staff

EEOC opens claims process in $21M Columbia University settlement

The agency alleged the university engaged in a pattern or practice of harassment against Jewish employees since at least Oct. 7, 2023.

By Emilie Shumway • Dec. 10, 2025

Pell Grant program faces up to $11B annual budget shortfall

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget estimated that expanding eligibility for the grants to short-term programs will add major new costs. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 10, 2025

Education Department adds ‘lower earnings’ warning to FAFSA

The agency will warn students when they’ve indicated interest in a college whose graduates have relatively low incomes.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 8, 2025

Oklahoma regents vote to cut 41 ‘low-producing’ academic programs

The state coordinating board also moved to suspend another 21 programs across Oklahoma's public institutions.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 8, 2025

Week in review: UChicago slashes deficit in half to $160M

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from the college completion rate holding steady to Northwestern University cutting a deal with the federal government. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 8, 2025

Higher education faces ‘deteriorating’ 2026 outlook, Fitch says

A shrinking pipeline of students, uncertainty about state and federal support, and rising expenses could all hurt college finances, according to analysts.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 5, 2025

What would education’s omission as a ‘professional degree’ mean?

Without that designation, graduate or doctoral students would be limited to borrowing $100,000 for their programs. 

By Anna Merod • Dec. 5, 2025

George Mason faculty urge leaders to reject Trump deals risking ‘institutional autonomy’

A Wednesday resolution from the faculty senate argued that the university's board and president should not put it under "continuing federal supervision.”

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 4, 2025

[Podcast] EdTech Evolution

Explore how digital tools are transforming accessibility and engagement in today’s evolving higher ed landscape.

By Higher Ed Dive's studioID • Dec. 4, 2025

Education Department outsourcing is unlawful, amended lawsuit alleges

The agency said the move is meant to improve efficiencies for higher education and K-12 funding and services.

By Kara Arundel • Dec. 2, 2025

What’s in Northwestern University’s deal with the Trump administration?

The Illinois institution agreed to pay the federal government $75 million over three years and make key policy changes to have research funding restored.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 1, 2025

Week in review: The beginning of the end for the Education Department?

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from a look at the latest enrollment news to Texas State upholding the firing of a professor over his viral comments. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 24, 2025

Beyond efficiency: Building procurement agility in higher education

How modern procurement helps universities adapt, align spending and stay resilient.

Nov. 24, 2025

DOJ sues California over in-state tuition for undocumented students

The lawsuit is the sixth the agency has filed under the Trump administration over state laws waiving out-of-state tuition for eligible undocumented students.

By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 21, 2025

Week in review: UNL, Rider University and other colleges face cuts

We’re rounding up our recent stories, from an uptick in undergraduate enrollment to advice for handling the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 17, 2025

Week in review: Trinity Christian closes as other colleges make cuts

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from hundreds of layoffs at one college in less than five months to another round of high-profile college donations.

By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 10, 2025

Cornell inks $60M deal with Trump administration to restore funding

The agreement, which ends multiple federal investigations into the university, also requires it to report extensive undergraduate admissions data quarterly.

By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 7, 2025

Class of 2025 says they see the effects of a tough job market

Young workers have been particularly exposed to the changes brought by artificial intelligence tools, some research has indicated. 

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 7, 2025

Taco Bell says education benefits have driven retention

The Tacos and Tuition program offers upfront tuition coverage, including for bachelor's and master's degrees, to eligible workers.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Nov. 4, 2025

Week in review: 2 colleges volunteer for Trump’s compact

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from sweeping layoffs at a well-known ed tech company to the sector's fight against the $100K H-1B fee.

By Laura Spitalniak • Nov. 3, 2025

The legal debate over Trump’s Title VI campus crackdown

Recent enforcement actions have set off high-stakes arguments about whether the federal government is weaponizing the civil rights law.

By David Weisenfeld • Oct. 30, 2025

Week in review: Layoffs hit Michigan State, University of Northern Colorado and others

We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from an analysis on how different majors pay off to how colleges responded to the Trump administration’s compact. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 27, 2025

Campus IQ: 4 facility priorities that make the grade in 2026

Four priorities every campus facilities leader must master to thrive in 2026.

Oct. 27, 2025