Trump administration causes concern for growing international student population

International student enrollment in the U.S. is at a record high, but concern for safety and respect is also growing among the group. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 18, 2016

Survey: 70% of colleges lack plan to eliminate admissions bias

While many schools believe in fair and equitable admissions for students, a large percentage who admit that bias is a possibility in student selection have no plan to counter its effects. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 18, 2016

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Artificial Intelligence

As AI continues its forward march in education and the workplace, colleges are grapplling with how best to incorporate the emerging technology into admissions, courrsework and elsewhere

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Students stage walkout protest in support of undocumented citizens

Students demand "sanctuary campuses" in protest of potentially harsh immigration policies from the Trump White House. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 17, 2016

With legalization, college marijuana enterprise stands to increase

Decriminalization in four states offers new possibilities for research and revenue.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 17, 2016

Obama officials brace for higher ed overhaul under new administration

Undersecretary of Education Ted Mitchell recently addressed the potential of massive rollback on policies and initiatives created over the last eight years.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 17, 2016

Experts forecast for-profit resurgence under Trump administration

Observers say deregulation will re-open the door for another wave of for-profit institutions attracting millions of students nationwide.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 17, 2016

Ohio State signs up for financial performance audit

The flagship institution hopes to generate $400 million in realized savings. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 15, 2016

Could Illinois performance-based funding system set new trend for public institutions?

With budget support remaining tenuous, school officials commit to new standards of enrollment and productivity in exchange for sustained state investment. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016

Accreditors faces allegations of conflicted interest

A majority of accreditation officials hold employment with member institutions, presenting potential areas of double loyalty.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

State referenda could change higher ed's face, too

While the country is talking about what a President Trump means for the future of the nation, voters in 10 states Tuesday decided on measures that might change the face of higher ed in their states.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

ICYMI: Higher ed hopes President Trump can help restore the industry

Now that the election is over, there is much work to be done to secure the future of the business model.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

For-profits, teacher retention and ESSA: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on ESSA reporting requirements, a look at higher ed attainment levels in Congress, and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 4, 2016

Why Virginia Foxx could be the key to higher education policy in 2017 and beyond

Numerous higher ed experts point to the Republican representative as a game-changer.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 4, 2016

Clinton overwhelming pick of K-12 education community

87% of Education Dive readers turned up Clinton in a recent blind poll on top education issues.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 1, 2016

Higher ed split 50-50 on Clinton vs. Trump

A recent Education Dive blind poll found the community evenly split on which candidate would be best for the industry. Here, we break down where they stand on issues like affordability and accountability.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 1, 2016

On higher education, are you more Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump?

Take our quiz to find out where you stack up on the issues.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 26, 2016

Higher ed IT: CIOs face opportunity, challenges as tech's role on campus expands

Check out our must-read series on the issues facing campus tech chiefs

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 26, 2016

Tracking the demise of ITT Tech

The New York Times profiles the lawsuit that set in motion the eventual collapse of the for-profit giant. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 24, 2016

Settlement opens door for higher ed tax battles nationwide

Legal experts say a challenge to property tax laws in municipalities all over the country could leave colleges vulnerable for big payouts in the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 24, 2016

Examining Obama's higher ed legacy

An emphasis on empowering the middle class translated to a zeroing in on accountability and access, with mixed results.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016

Could 'finish in four years' emphasis harm higher education?

As the federal government focuses more on postgraduate outcomes, Missouri lays out a path for faster college completion.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016

Dyslexia, for-profits and CIOs: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on the for-profit sector's woes, a fun look at why IT pros should choose higher ed over the private sector, and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 14, 2016

New Ed Dept teacher prep regulations target equity, accountability

The US Department of Education's new rules feature program-level reporting mandates designed to better gauge effectiveness.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 12, 2016

9 CIOs share why they chose higher ed over private sector

Mission and benefits weigh heavily among other factors in decisions to choose academia.

By Roger Riddell , Naomi Eide • Oct. 12, 2016

Time running out on federal CTE bill

The Perkins Act, which could move billions to community colleges nationwide in support of career and technical education, is close to dying in the U.S. Senate.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 11, 2016