Florida governing board maintaining Cuba travel ban for higher ed

Despite its removal from a list of state sponsors of terrorism, Florida officials say higher ed travel will be prohibited until diplomatic relations are restored.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 4, 2015

Swarthmore declines fossil fuel divestment

Despite a 32-day student sit-in earlier this year, the college says it will stick to an investment policy favoring financial results over social objectives.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 4, 2015

Republican budget plan includes student aid cuts

A plan agreed upon by Republicans in the House and Senate would limit Pell Grants and loan subsidies.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 4, 2015

Students accused of sexual assault also turning to TItle IX

Young men accused of sexual assault on campus often argue gender bias in the way their cases were handled.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 4, 2015

PRO Students Act would add new regulation to for-profits

The bill would require for-profit colleges to get at least 15% of revenue outside of federal student aid.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 4, 2015

Fraud suit against for-profit Western Educational Inc moves forward

An appeal ruling will require Western Educational Inc., to defend itself on charges of fraud.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 1, 2015

Arizona reps join push for debt-free college

Two House Democrats from Arizona have seen tuition costs rise in their home state and support the federal push for relief.

By Tara García Mathewson • May 1, 2015

Report advocates new policy for state student aid

The Education Commission of the States recommends changes to reach more non-traditional students.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 30, 2015

AAUP threatens U of Illinois censure over Salaita controversy

The university withdrew its appointment of Steven Salaita in 2014 following a series of anti-Israel tweets.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 29, 2015

CLASS Act would strengthen student rights

The newly introduced legislation would prohibit colleges receiving financial aid money from restricting students’ options for legal recourse.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 29, 2015

Congressional Democrats push Duncan for student debt relief

A letter to the education secretary requests that the department advise students at schools found to commit fraud of their debt relief options.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 28, 2015

Louisiana gets closer to massive funding cuts

If the state's legislature doesn’t change course by June, its higher education institutions will see debilitating cuts.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 28, 2015

No aid for students in ASU's for-credit MOOCs

The alliance with edX would let prospective freshmen complete their first year online with the option of paying no more than $800 per course for credit.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 27, 2015

Final 28 Corinthian Colleges to close

The closure of the for-profit education chain's remaining campuses follows $30 million in fines from the U.S. Department of Education.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 27, 2015

Common Application question draws fire

Should colleges be able to add a question about where else students are applying?

By Tara García Mathewson • April 24, 2015

Texas plan to cut veterans' tuition benefits takes step forward

The bill would limit the number of free credit hours for veterans and their children.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 23, 2015

Duncan acknowledges possible loan forgiveness for Corinthian students

The process for such a move remains unclear, as there is little precedent.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 23, 2015

Stony Brook U facing challenge to chimp captivity

A Manhattan judge ordered the university to defend its possession of two caged chimpanzees in May.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 23, 2015

New book looks to U of Montana town's role in addressing campus rape

Jon Krakauer’s 'Missoula: Rape and the Justice System in a College Town' focuses mostly on the local police department, but the University of Montana also plays a role.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 22, 2015

Will Clinton push for 'debt-free' higher ed?

The most liberal arm of the Democratic Party is pushing the presidential hopeful to support a debt-free college plan as part of her campaign.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 22, 2015

'True' cost of attendance troubles college sports

Athletic departments at many institutions will now begin to offer athletic scholarships covering more than tuition, calling cost estimates into question.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 21, 2015

$4M allocated for development of federal college rating system

The Department of Education reportedly contracted the nonprofit Research Triangle Institute in December to create a model for rating colleges and universities.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 21, 2015

UW-Madison bracing for layoffs, program closures

Some are calling Chancellor Rebecca Blank's announcement projecting 400 jobs to be slashed premature because state funding is still being debated.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 20, 2015

Tuition charge will help campus diversify, says Cooper Union

The New York City college began charging tuition this academic year after offering its programs for free since inception.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 20, 2015

Gainful employment rule to take effect in 3 months

The federal government is primed to implement new regulations for vocational programs and for-profit colleges.

By Tara García Mathewson • April 20, 2015