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Q&AHow 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 -
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 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineCollege finances in a rapidly changing sector
Colleges are increasingly tightening their belts and pursuing alternative revenue sources amid declining enrollment and increased competition.
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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 -
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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 -
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'Sharp' pandemic recovery not likely for colleges: report
Enrollment volatility and lower levels of auxiliary income will continue, ratings agencies predict.
By Hallie Busta • Dec. 8, 2020 -
Knight Commission recommends separate oversight for top college football programs
The group says the NCAA's structure gives certain institutions and conferences too much power.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Dec. 3, 2020 -
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Catholic college petition shows continued resistance to budget cuts
Students and employees are urging schools to preserve jobs and academic programs in one of the latest examples of the growing collective action.
By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 1, 2020 -
States should reject 'across-the-board' higher ed funding cuts: report
Researchers suggest prioritizing colleges that help Black, Hispanic, Native American and low-income students.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 24, 2020 -
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Colleges' return to online classes complicates student housing
Some schools updated their housing contracts this academic year to avoid having to refund students if dorms close again.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 19, 2020 -
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North American colleges most likely to expect revenue declines, survey finds
A worldwide poll of more than 700 university leaders sheds light on how the pandemic's higher ed impact varies across the globe.
By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 11, 2020 -
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Pennsylvania system gears up for major faculty, program cuts
The prospective changes follow PASSHE's vague announcement that it would combine several of its institutions.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 2, 2020 -
More colleges project tuition revenue will decline: report
Moody's analysts expect up to a 3.3% decrease in median net tuition income, at least in part because of the pandemic.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 29, 2020 -
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State community college leaders say more federal aid is crucial
Respondents to a recent survey said they'd need more funding for remote learning, professional development and counseling.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 28, 2020 -
What's next for free college if Biden becomes president?
The pandemic could make it hard for states to pay for their share of his proposal, policy experts said.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 27, 2020 -
College tuition increases were historically low this year: report
The pandemic has had a profound impact on pricing, according to the College Board's latest research.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 26, 2020 -
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Few free college programs cover living expenses and include adult students: report
In its updated analysis of these initiatives, The Education Trust suggested several ways they could be more equitable.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 23, 2020 -
Some colleges are lowering tuition for fall 2021
Institutions are citing the pandemic's economic uncertainty and its effect on students and families.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 23, 2020 -
A guide to higher education coronavirus relief funding
We break down where proposed legislation stands and what colleges should know about the aid available to them now.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated Oct. 23, 2020 -
Ed Dept details colleges' foreign financial ties in new report
But one higher ed group says the agency hasn't been willing to discuss compliance with the federal disclosure law.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Oct. 20, 2020 -
California Community Colleges gets $100M for student aid
The 20-year gift will provide emergency funds and support students close to completing a credential or transferring to a four-year college.
By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 20, 2020 -
Final endowment tax rules tailor the policy for colleges
But it's unlikely the changes will have a significant impact on schools covered by the assessment, one professor said.
By Hallie Busta • Oct. 5, 2020 -
Community colleges entered pandemic with costs in check: report
Keeping them that way will be key and property tax revenue can help, Moody's Investors Service analysts explain.
By Natalie Schwartz • Sept. 30, 2020 -
Q&A
What is data's role in COVID-era talk about colleges' financial health?
We spoke with HelioCampus CEO Darren Catalano about the analytics firm's first acquisition and helping colleges understand costs.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 21, 2020 -
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IBM plans $100M investment in HBCU computing program
Twin initiatives aim to bolster research and improve diversity in the field.
By Hallie Busta • Sept. 17, 2020 -
College tuition benchmark posts big drop in August
The Consumer Price Index for the measure fell from July, likely because of tuition cuts stemming from the pandemic.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Sept. 14, 2020
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