Unity Environmental University explores campus sale amid online pivot

The nonprofit college has seen enrollment skyrocket since focusing more on low-residency and online programs. 

By Natalie Schwartz • July 24, 2023

Association of private New York colleges drops opposition to legacy admissions ban

The Commission on Independent Colleges and Universities said the public views these policies as “expanding privilege instead of opportunity.”

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 21, 2023

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Enrollment and Retention

A look at the pandemic's continuing impact on enrollment and how colleges can ensure students stay on course.

By Higher Ed Dive staff

Should colleges use AI in admissions?

Companies are eager to help colleges use AI to streamline admissions, but the practice raises ethical concerns. 

By Lilah Burke • July 18, 2023

WVU will review about half of its academic programs amid budget crunch. Some will be discontinued.

West Virginia University is staring down a roughly $45 million deficit and will trim its degree offerings as a result. Layoffs are almost assured.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • July 11, 2023

Wisconsin lawmakers pitch guaranteed college admissions for top 5% of high school students

The policy is meant to stem the tide of students leaving the state to attend college, according to a memo. 

By Natalie Schwartz • June 29, 2023

Here’s how University of Nebraska system plans to fix its $58M shortfall

In addition to a long-term plan, the system will freeze nonfaculty hiring and temporarily reduce department budgets starting July 1.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 23, 2023

West Virginia University to merge two colleges in the face of deep budget deficit

The state public flagship will fuse its colleges of creative arts and media as it braces for continued enrollment declines.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 15, 2023

George Washington University pressing forward with armed police plan, despite pushback

Institution officials want feedback on the safety proposal, which would require a 56-hour firearm course and virtual reality training for officers.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • June 12, 2023

These 5 charts break down spring enrollment trends

Although the newest figures suggest enrollment losses are stabilizing, a deeper look reveals a more complicated picture.

By Natalie Schwartz • June 5, 2023

Undergraduate losses slow — but enrollment is still well below pre-COVID levels

Younger enrollees helped boost community colleges’ student bodies in spring 2023, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.

By Laura Spitalniak • May 24, 2023

About 75% of students want to attend college — but far fewer expect to actually go

A survey from nonprofit YouthTruth also revealed these gaps worsen for certain groups, like Indigenous and Pacific Islander students.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • May 22, 2023

Medaille University to close amid falling enrollment and layoffs

The university's board voted to cease operations following a failed merger attempt with Trocaire College.

By Laura Spitalniak • May 15, 2023

Transfer applications mostly come from wealthy areas, Common App finds

Over four years, only 6% of transfer applicants lived in zip codes with a median household income in the lowest bracket.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • May 9, 2023

Virginia Republicans request higher ed, DEI spending study on public colleges

Two top House lawmakers cited anecdotal reports of growing numbers of noninstructional staff specializing in diversity, equity and inclusion.

By Laura Spitalniak • May 9, 2023

Education Department guidance could harm colleges that rely on OPMs, Moody’s says

Analysts said colleges like Arkansas State University that heavily depend on these vendors would face greater administrative burdens and expenses. 

By Natalie Schwartz • May 4, 2023

Adtalem revenue grows 1.3% despite Walden University’s falling enrollment

The for-profit operator has been downsizing its offices and reducing its workforce, resulting in $17.7 million in restructuring costs so far for fiscal 2023. 

By Natalie Schwartz • May 3, 2023

Grand Canyon University’s online enrollment tops 86,000 students, reversing declines

The enrollment growth helped boost the bottom line of the Christian institution’s educational services provider, Grand Canyon Education.

By Natalie Schwartz • May 3, 2023

Almost 300 colleges still have open seats for fall 2023

Admissions group NACAC has published an annual database of open slots after the May 1 decision deadline.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • May 3, 2023

College closures hurt students’ odds of returning to higher ed, earning a credential

Officials should minimize transfer interruptions for students at shuttered institutions and offer additional supports, SHEEO reports.

By Laura Spitalniak • April 28, 2023

More students are stopping out but fewer are reenrolling

Students who stopped out recently are among those most likely to reenroll and succeed, the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center reports.

By Laura Spitalniak • April 25, 2023

Private colleges’ tuition discount rates continue to hit record highs

Over 90% of first-time undergraduates reported to NACUBO that they received grant aid in the 2022-23 academic year.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • April 24, 2023

Enrollment declines threaten the economic futures of college towns

For many U.S. communities, the long-term viability of colleges and universities is critical. Cities and towns can start preparing, experts say.

By Danielle McLean • April 24, 2023

Two New York institutions permanently shift to test-optional admissions

SUNY and Vassar College each announced this week that they will keep the COVID-era change going forward.

By Laura Spitalniak • April 14, 2023

Cannibalism as a way to increase enrollment

Colleges try to boost enrollment by recruiting students from other institutions, but it’s a declining pool, Ricardo Azziz argues.

By Ricardo Azziz • April 7, 2023

Medaille to become part of Trocaire, with both colleges citing enrollment issues

The private nonprofit institutions in New York are set to finalize the merger July 31, pending regulatory approvals.

By Laura Spitalniak • April 7, 2023