COVID-19 is pushing colleges to close the digital divide

Institutions are helping students access classes online. But even with free laptops, hotspots and Wi-Fi access points, many are left out.

By Danielle McLean • Dec. 17, 2020

Latest federal relief proposal includes $20B for higher ed

Lawmakers are trying to move quickly to pass a new coronavirus aid package, but the sector's cut of the funding falls far short of what it says it needs.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 17, 2020

Colleges enrolled nearly 500,000 fewer students this fall

Final figures from the National Student Clearinghouse also break down the losses by major.

By Hallie Busta • Updated March 25, 2021

Southern New Hampshire sets annual tuition at $10K and $15K for in-person degrees

The university teased the change earlier this year as a way to make college more affordable in the pandemic's wake.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 16, 2020

Are MOOCs getting a second wind as colleges look online for gen ed classes?

Several companies offering premade virtual courses are seeing more interest from investors and schools, which could solidify an uncertain business model.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 16, 2020

Higher ed groups: Ed Dept's foreign gift reporting rules conflict with federal law

The American Council on Education is leading an argument that the agency is asking for too much information from colleges.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 15, 2020

4 questions for colleges now that the US has a coronavirus vaccine

Still, it will likely be several months before most students and employees are vaccinated, experts say.

By Hallie Busta , Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 15, 2020

How one president helped his small college close a deficit and get off probation

Bernard Bull is leaving Goddard College, in Vermont, after guiding the school to stronger financial footing.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 15, 2020

Declines in high school graduates may not be as bad as expected: report

Rising graduation rates among students of color are partly driving the trend, though it's unclear how the pandemic will affect projections.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 15, 2020

Colleges prepare to store, administer coronavirus vaccines

Institutions are offering ultracold freezers and help distributing the newly authorized shot, but it may be months before most students can get it.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 14, 2020

CEO group stresses skills over degrees in hiring

A new initiative could see companies changing how they recruit employees and providing training to help workers rise in the ranks.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 11, 2020

Budget cuts aren't sparing flagship universities. But they have an edge.

With state funding up in the air and no new federal aid for months, even the largest and wealthiest public institutions are suffering.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 11, 2020

How often are colleges testing for the coronavirus?

A new American College Health Association survey details institutions' COVID-19 protocols, including whether they tested students upon arrival to campus.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 11, 2020

Is Cal State's plan for in-person classes next fall an early indicator?

The 23-campus system has been among the first to announce how it will deliver courses each term during the pandemic.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 10, 2020

What can community colleges learn from a Great Recession grant program?

Several schools used TAACCCT funds to support collaboration and reach more students. A new report shares takeaways.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 10, 2020

Education leaders expect DACA, borrower defense to be first on Biden's list

They also believe the president-elect will address student loan forgiveness within his first six months, according to a new poll.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 10, 2020

How to support a digital transformation institution-wide

Learn from higher education leaders and faculty as they share how their institutions were able to successfully transition to remote learning.

By Kallum Gagnier • Dec. 10, 2020

Far fewer recent high school graduates enrolled in college this fall: report

The decreases were most significant among students from low-income schools, according to preliminary Clearinghouse data.

By Hallie Busta • Updated March 25, 2021

COVID-19 will keep community college revenue down in 2021, Moody's says

Lower levels of state support and difficulties offering programs online could compound the sector's woes, the analysts wrote. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 9, 2020

Ed Dept: College free speech still under siege

Federal officials at an event Tuesday railed against what they perceive as the continued suppression of conservative values on campuses.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 9, 2020

Watchdog of the Year: The Daily Tar Heel

Student journalists at UNC-Chapel Hill are holding officials there accountable for their pandemic response, putting a spotlight on campus media nationwide.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 9, 2020

College of the Year: The California State University system

One of the nation's most prominent systems opted early to stay online this fall, enabling it to plan ahead.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 9, 2020

The Higher Ed Dive Awards for 2020

Communication is a theme among this year's winners, who are cited for strong leadership during a tough period.

By Higher Ed Dive Team • Dec. 9, 2020

President of the Year: Roslyn Clark Artis, Benedict College

Artis balanced health and equity concerns when opening campus this fall, a move observers say makes her a model for college leaders nationwide.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 9, 2020

Kansas' community colleges reject proposal to streamline mergers

Regents may advocate for a bill allowing two-year and public four-year schools to combine without lawmakers' approval.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 8, 2020