Tuition discounts reach record high (again) as colleges diversify revenue

Institutional grants continue to grow at private colleges, but they may be unsustainable, according to a new report from trade group NACUBO.

By James Paterson • May 10, 2019

In Washington state, employers may soon fund free college

A tax on firms hiring highly skilled workers will generate $1 billion for the Workforce Education Investment Act, which awaits the governor's signature.

By James Paterson • May 9, 2019

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Artificial Intelligence

As AI continues its forward march in education and the workplace, colleges are grapplling with how best to incorporate the emerging technology into admissions, courrsework and elsewhere

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How colleges' role in student employment is changing

On campuses and in Washington, new ideas for student employment are emerging along with the momentum to change federal and state aid.

By James Paterson • May 9, 2019

Tenure cuts could trigger sanctions for Vermont Law School

An industry investigation finds fault with how the institution restructured to avoid a projected budget deficit stemming from enrollment declines.

By James Paterson • May 9, 2019

Publisher consolidation continues with Wiley, Cengage and McGraw-Hill deals

Wiley is buying the assets of adaptive learning firm Knewton — the second move in a week by textbook companies looking for digital growth.

By James Paterson • May 7, 2019

UNC Charlotte pledges security review after campus shooting

The growing threat of gun violence has colleges examining ways to prevent such incidents as well as to prepare students, staff and faculty members.

By James Paterson • May 6, 2019

Young adults' anxiety correlated with political concerns, survey finds

Plus, college students trust their administrators at higher rates than they do Wall Street, the government or the media, an annual Harvard poll finds.

By James Paterson • May 6, 2019

Private equity's role in the rise — and fall — of for-profit colleges

Investors funneled billions of dollars into the sector during and after the recession, and they may be gearing up for another round.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 6, 2019

Report shows wraparound services’ impact on community college student success

As lawmakers tout free college programs, research continues to show the need for academic, financial and other help beyond tuition.

By James Paterson • May 3, 2019

Ex-Penn State President Spanier avoids jail over child endangerment — for now

The news comes as several college leaders are in the spotlight for allegedly covering up or not taking action on known cases of sexual abuse on campus.

By James Paterson • May 2, 2019

House budget proposes $150M career education program for community colleges

The Labor Department program would aim to meet regional workforce needs by training students for in-demand jobs, according to a bill summary. 

By Natalie Schwartz • May 2, 2019

As laws relax, colleges bring cannabis into the curriculum

From business and cultivation to law and public health, demand for education in the growing field is prompting traditional institutions to find ways to teach it.

By Hallie Busta • May 1, 2019

Report: Over 60% of college students face hunger or housing insecurity

The latest survey from the Hope Center sheds light on the prevalence of such issues and calls on college leaders to do more to tackle the problem. 

By James Paterson • May 1, 2019

Federal judge: Ed Dept illegally delayed Obama-era distance education rules

The earlier regulations could go into effect as early as May, while the Trump administration's version winds through the approvals process for July 2020.

By Hallie Busta • April 30, 2019

International students' interest in US MBA programs continues to drop

American MBA programs remain the No. 1 choice for Asian candidates, but overall, the percentage who prefer a Western European program increased. 

By James Paterson • April 30, 2019

Can a cash stipend help free college programs succeed?

A new report on one such program in Detroit adds to calls that such initiatives must include supports beyond free tuition to succeed.

By James Paterson • April 29, 2019

IBM grows computing initiative with new partner universities

The expansion of the company's Q Network adds to the steady stream of recent partnerships between tech corporations and colleges.

By James Paterson • April 26, 2019

Report: Policymakers 'systematically shortchange' community colleges

Two-year institutions aren't getting sufficient funding to serve their higher-need student populations, per a new report from The Century Foundation.

By James Paterson • April 25, 2019

Sudden death: Can the most damaging kind of for-profit closure be prevented?

Three major systems failing abruptly in four months is a sign the sector’s troubles aren't over and its oversight mechanisms may not be working.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 24, 2019

Bill to end ban on Pell Grants for prisoners gains traction

Several higher ed groups have signaled their support for the legislation, citing its potential to reduce recidivism rates and improve local economies. 

By James Paterson • April 24, 2019

Purdue adds two corporate education partners

Eli Lilly and Cisco Systems will get custom programming from the arrangement, which sees the university looking to merge on-campus and online curriculum.

By James Paterson • April 23, 2019

Elizabeth Warren's $1.25T plan to make college free

As Democratic presidential hopefuls debate the merits of lower-cost higher ed, the Massachusetts senator has come forward with a few big ideas.

By Hallie Busta • April 23, 2019

Ed Dept gives guidance on transparent financial aid offers

Colleges should not group grants and loans together and are advised to use clear language to avoid confusing prospective students. 

By James Paterson • April 18, 2019

Senators reintroduce bipartisan legislation for workforce training

The bill aims to strengthen ties between employers and two-year colleges and add support for students in areas such as housing, food access and child care.

By James Paterson • April 17, 2019

Ed Dept considering income-share agreements

A top official said the agency is looking into the financing model but noted it won't be right for every college, particularly open-enrollment institutions.

By James Paterson • April 15, 2019