Bill would give federal agencies new oversight of colleges' foreign dealings

The bipartisan proposal comes after the Trump administration intensified scrutiny of institutions' gifts and contracts from outside the U.S.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 23, 2021

Federal bill would expand oversight of for-profit college conversions

Beyond codifying current practice, the proposal would require public notice of the change and treat the school as a proprietary institution for five more years.

By Hallie Busta • April 22, 2021

Outlier.org: $30M raise will help add 14 more courses

The company, which offers online general education classes, says it will have enough programming for the first two years of a degree.

By Hallie Busta • April 22, 2021

Nearly 200 colleges have openings for fall, but more are likely: NACAC

The admissions trade group released its annual enrollment database early, citing "high demand."

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated April 22, 2021

Bill calls for free college and doubling the Pell Grant

The measures reflect progressives' push for affordability as Congress weighs massive spending proposals.

By Hallie Busta • April 21, 2021

Colleges claimed a large share of student relief grant money: report

Schools accepted 90% of the CARES Act emergency grant funding from the Ed Department by late November, the Government Accountability Office found.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 21, 2021

Lawmakers probe oversight of for-profit college conversions to nonprofit status

A panel of higher ed experts answered questions about how the Education Department and IRS vet these transactions.

By Hallie Busta • April 20, 2021

Colorado bill would restrict public details on college president candidates

Public schools would only need to disclose the name of one finalist for the job.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 20, 2021

Number of Hispanic-serving institutions continues to grow

Thirty colleges became HSIs last academic year, and more than 300 are on the cusp of the designation.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 20, 2021

Student investment funds prioritize sustainability: report

As colleges reconsider their approach to investing, some student investors are putting money into businesses that address climate change and social equity.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 19, 2021

How UNC Charlotte is bringing transfers in and stop-outs back

The university's 49erNext and 49er Finish programs provide a template for expanding enrollment while offering a suite of support services.

By Sharon L. Gaber • April 19, 2021

Thriving post-pandemic: What's next for digital teaching and learning?

Three themes stand out that guide how institutions may consider the use of digital tools and technologies to ensure student success.

April 19, 2021

How the J&J pause is affecting campus vaccination efforts

The news complicates some colleges' plans to give students the shots before they head home for the summer.

By Hallie Busta • April 16, 2021

Starbucks to open innovation lab at Arizona State University

The coffee chain is one of several quick-service restaurants looking to higher education institutions for help with research and development.

By Alicia Kelso • April 16, 2021

What other states can learn from Michigan about serving adult students

Lawmakers and colleges there have been instituting policies that remove financial barriers for this often-overlooked population.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 16, 2021

Biden's pick for top higher ed post outlines priorities in confirmation hearing

The Senate education committee's lead Republican said a nomination is likely and that he "will probably" support it.

By Hallie Busta • April 15, 2021

Internships 'somewhat in flux' as employers make reopening decisions

Employers reconfigured, delayed and even canceled their programs last year. How they revive those offerings is expected to vary widely.

By Ryan Golden • April 15, 2021

Under pressure from colleges, Zoom hands over control of virtual events

After the company canceled several institutional events last fall, colleges said it was undermining academic freedom and First Amendment rights.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 15, 2021

Medical residency programs and participation grew amid accreditor shift: GAO

The change also contributed to a nearly 17% increase in programs participating in the national match program, other data shows.

By Hallie Busta • April 14, 2021

Valdosta State creates online college to draw local students away from national universities

The Georgia institution is charging less per credit than its competitors, but experts note it may need to do more to stand out.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 14, 2021

Full-time faculty wages fall for the first time in nearly a decade, survey finds

Average salaries for faculty members dipped 0.4% when adjusted for inflation, according to the American Association of University Professors. 

By Natalie Schwartz • April 13, 2021

A switch to test-optional led to modest gains in underrepresented students: study

However, new research on use of the policy at 99 private colleges indicates that it alone won't yield "transformative" change.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 13, 2021

Grand Valley State looks to HBCU partner to grow STEM diversity

The Michigan university is teaming up with Georgia's Fort Valley State on a program that will give students a bachelor's and master's in five years.

By Natalie Schwartz • April 12, 2021

As in-person classes resume, colleges shouldn't lose steam on faculty training

Professional development in pedagogy should be required throughout an instructor's employment, one teaching and learning dean explains.

By Inara Scott • April 12, 2021

Most incoming college students want face-to-face classes this fall: survey

As schools map out their reopening plans, a poll of more than 21,000 students and parents shows their comfort with vaccine mandates and safety protocols.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 12, 2021