ED Dept official rejects recommended accreditation ban for HLC

Department staff had proposed the sanction over how the accreditor handled oversight of two Art Institutes.

By Hallie Busta • Updated Oct. 27, 2020

Analysis finds 6,300 coronavirus cases tied to US colleges

The New York Times found 11 universities have had 100 or more cases and at least 14 deaths related to the virus across the sector. 

By Natalie Schwartz • July 29, 2020

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Emerging Technology

As higher ed deals with enrollment declines and other challenges, colleges need to consider how increased and changing use of technology affects students and campus finances. 

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Tuition reductions take off as coronavirus shapes colleges' fall plans

With many classes moving online and the campus experience diminished, some schools are lowering the cost of attendance.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 29, 2020

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates tens of millions to HBCUs

The gifts to six schools and several groups that support them reflect a pattern of increased giving to historically Black colleges.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 29, 2020

Report: Top Ed Dept official, Dream Center execs corresponded over accreditation issues

The House's education committee says its findings conflict with the U.S. Department of Education's version of events.

By Hallie Busta • July 28, 2020

Senate Republicans propose $29B in aid to colleges

The allocation is far below what industry groups are calling for to help institutions cope with the pandemic.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 28, 2020

A $25M gift to 11 colleges continues investment trend in HBCUs

Historically Black colleges are seeing new support from private and government sources, but advocates say more funding is needed.

By Hallie Busta • July 27, 2020

Federal judge holds off on blocking new Title IX rule

The court is asking whether states that don't comply with the rule can be found in violation of the sex discrimination law.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 27, 2020

New international students taking all online classes can't enter US, ICE says

The policy could put pressure on smaller and less-resourced colleges to offer some in-person instruction.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 24, 2020

Ed Dept adds reporting requirement for small colleges seeking extra CARES aid

The agency has come under fire for allocating more relief funds to schools that received less than $500,000.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 24, 2020

Most colleges aiming for a mix of online and in-person classes this fall

A new database examining the reopening plans of nearly 3,000 institutions finds variation and few extremes.

By Hallie Busta • July 23, 2020

Travel advisories add another hurdle to reopening campuses

Colleges in states with quarantine orders or recommendations are asking students to self-isolate, but doing so comes with trade-offs. 

By Natalie Schwartz • July 23, 2020

How colleges with hybrid instruction can support online students this fall

Using the right technology, setting clear expectations and being mindful of the differences between in-person and remote learning are key, experts say.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 22, 2020

Where does the Ed Dept's CARES rule stand?

The regulation blocking international students from coronavirus aid has been hamstrung by two court rulings and panned by higher ed groups.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 22, 2020

What's Next: 3 ways college campuses will look different this fall

Spaced out classes, better ventilation and new social cues will guide those starting the academic year in person. 

By Hallie Busta • July 21, 2020

Calbright teams up with a 2-year college to help students transfer

The news comes just weeks after California lawmakers attempted to defund the online school.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 21, 2020

Half of colleges will require faculty training for an online fall, report finds

But most chief online officers surveyed believe the abrupt pivot to a virtual spring term was successful.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 21, 2020

Why some colleges embraced a virtual fall sooner than others

More schools are expected to make the switch in the coming weeks.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 20, 2020

Will single dorm rooms be enough to ensure safe campus housing this fall?

Some colleges are scrambling to provide private rooms for students, but it may not prevent coronavirus outbreaks and could eat away at revenue.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 20, 2020

19 public college execs made more than $1M last year: report

The Chronicle of Higher Education's data comes as the pandemic straps higher ed budgets and schools and systems begin to cut positions and pay.

By Hallie Busta • July 17, 2020

Contracts, masks and apps: Colleges set new rules for campus life

Coronavirus health and safety requirements run counter to what students may expect, and experts say they could be challenging to implement.

By Alia Wong • July 17, 2020

Flagging Pennsylvania system proposes integrating colleges

PASSHE's move to join three sets of campuses follows legislation easing consolidation but needs support from an influential union and state lawmakers.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 17, 2020

Colleges walk back their fall plans as coronavirus cases spike

At least six institutions in the past week said they're planning for a mostly remote term after previously indicating they might reopen campus.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 16, 2020

Most college students would return to campus if allowed, poll finds

But other recent surveys and reporting suggest administrators are skeptical students will follow social distancing rules.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 16, 2020

4-year students can benefit from community college classes, new research suggests

Students who supplement their education with credits from two-year institutions are more likely to earn bachelor's degrees than those who don't.

By Natalie Schwartz • July 15, 2020