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Knoxville College takes a step toward accreditation nearly 30 years in the making
The historically Black institution, which lost accreditation in 1997, filed an application with Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 30, 2024 -
New York’s Mount Saint Mary College downgraded by Fitch
Analysts pointed to a recent cyberattack and a competitive market that is likely to weigh on the private nonprofit's finances.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 29, 2024 -
SHEEO 2024
How to try direct admissions — from experts who have been there
The approach can be hard to implement but has few risks, a panelist told the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association's conference.
By Laura Spitalniak • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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University of New Orleans cuts over 70 positions
The institution is reducing its headcount, largely by eliminating unfilled positions, as it grapples with a multimillion-dollar deficit.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 31, 2024 -
It’s time to ‘change the narrative’ on stopping out, report suggests
The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning argued that older learners shouldn’t be viewed through the same lens as traditional-age students.
By Danielle McLean • July 31, 2024 -
Deep Dive
Sticker shock: A look at the complicated world of tuition pricing
Despite attention to lofty sticker costs, the practice of discounting has reached new highs, confusing students and straining revenue for institutions.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 22, 2024 -
Enrollment woes hit both private and public colleges in 2023, S&P reports
Analysts with the ratings agency described a “tough year” in the higher ed world as revenue pressures ran into rising costs.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 19, 2024 -
Private colleges likely won’t see big net tuition growth anytime soon, Fitch says
Fitch Ratings found a 1.1% year-over-year increase in net tuition revenue for fiscal 2023, but this isn’t enough to preserve margins at private nonprofits.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 15, 2024 -
Retrieved from Joshua Qualls (Office of the Governor of Massachusetts).
Massachusetts draws in nontraditional learners with free college program
Gov. Maura Healey credited MassReconnect for nearly doubling the number of adults ages 25 and older who are enrolled in the state’s two-year institutions.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 11, 2024 -
Wisconsin’s public university leaders will get a 15% bonus — if they meet retention goals
The additional compensation for the state system’s chancellors comes as many of their institutions face budget deficits and enrollment woes.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 10, 2024 -
FAFSA completions largely stalled in June, fueling enrollment concerns
Increased investment in financial aid support services this summer could help bridge the gap for recent high school graduates, one NCAN expert said.
By Laura Spitalniak • July 10, 2024 -
How did Supreme Court’s race-conscious admissions decision impact college applications?
The portion of Asian and Black students referencing at least one race or ethnicity-related phrase in their Common Application essays fell in 2023-24.
By Naaz Modan • July 3, 2024 -
Hampshire College to cut 9% of employees in restructuring
The Massachusetts private nonprofit is consolidating institutional services and reducing administrative ranks amid slowing enrollment growth.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 1, 2024 -
First-year persistence and retention hit decade high
New data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center showed these metrics improved at almost all types of colleges.
By Laura Spitalniak • June 27, 2024 -
Deep Dive
‘Like climbing up Mount Everest’: Financial aid professionals describe a grueling FAFSA season
Staff faced long hours and pressure due to frequent delays and technical glitches, leaving them frustrated and exhausted.
By Danielle McLean • June 27, 2024 -
Concordia University Ann Arbor to cut most programs
Facing a $9 million deficit, the private Lutheran institution is keeping just nine in-person and seven online programs.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 25, 2024 -
Opinion
Admissions shouldn’t be about the tests anymore
The test-optional movement could pave the way for stronger admissions and student success policies, one administrator argues.
By Emily Rawers • June 24, 2024 -
Alverno College to cut 14 majors after declaring financial exigency
The struggling Catholic institution will also lay off 25 faculty members and 12 staffers as it tries to close a budget gap and stabilize its finances.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 17, 2024 -
Love’s rolls out free education perks for workers
The “Fuel Your Growth” program offers degree programs, certifications and more.
By Jessica Loder • June 7, 2024 -
Working-age adult population with some college but no credential jumps 2.9%, report finds
However, over 943,000 stopped-out students reenrolled in 2022-23, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
By Natalie Schwartz • June 6, 2024 -
University of the Arts announces abrupt closure, citing unexpected cash shortfall and expenses
The 148-year-old Philadelphia college will close June 7 after years of enrollment declines.
By Ben Unglesbee • June 3, 2024 -
Retrieved from University of Lynchburg on May 31, 2024
University of Lynchburg to cut programs, staff and faculty positions
The private institution is winding down 12 majors, 25 minors and five graduate programs — a restructuring it called “a catalyst for strategic transformation.”
By Ben Unglesbee • May 31, 2024 -
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Facing ‘existential threat,’ Columbia College Chicago moves to restructure curricula and schools
The board approved recommendations from the president for the nonprofit to take sweeping action to rein in its finances.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 23, 2024 -
Undergraduate enrollment ticked up in spring 2024, report finds
Increases in regular and dual-enrollment community college students drove the gains, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
By Laura Spitalniak • May 22, 2024 -
Sponsored by ECSI
3 reasons accounts receivable management in higher education suffers — and how to fix them
With the right tools, institutions can support student’s financial journeys and protect enrollments.
May 20, 2024