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Columbia U students refuse to pay tuition until rates slashed
The coronavirus has placed college costs under the microscope, with many elite schools lowering or freezing tuition.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 28, 2021 -
Will more public colleges freeze tuition for next year?
The California State University system joins a handful of other public institutions that are keeping rates level during the pandemic.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 28, 2021 -
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5 HBCU funding trends to watch in 2021
Many of these schools recently benefited from large gifts and the latest round of coronavirus relief, but challenges remain.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 14, 2021 -
California's governor proposes more higher ed funding — with a catch
The increase hinges on the state's four-year systems not raising tuition. Several factors determine whether other states would follow its lead.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Updated Jan. 11, 2021 -
Fitch: Latest relief aid 'will not be sufficient' for colleges
The credit ratings agency echoed sentiments from across the higher education sector in a recent commentary.
By Hallie Busta • Jan. 8, 2021 -
ACE simulation shows how much new COVID-19 relief colleges could get
Community colleges will receive a bigger share of funding this time around because of changes in the allocation formula.
By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Jan. 8, 2021 -
Cost increases for colleges slowed in fiscal 2020
The sector's inflation rate was lower than the prior year and the five-year average, according to Commonfund's Higher Education Price Index.
By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 4, 2021 -
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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 -
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
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