Accreditors faces allegations of conflicted interest

A majority of accreditation officials hold employment with member institutions, presenting potential areas of double loyalty.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

State referenda could change higher ed's face, too

While the country is talking about what a President Trump means for the future of the nation, voters in 10 states Tuesday decided on measures that might change the face of higher ed in their states.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

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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

By Higher Ed Dive staff

ICYMI: Higher ed hopes President Trump can help restore the industry

Now that the election is over, there is much work to be done to secure the future of the business model.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 9, 2016

For-profits, teacher retention and ESSA: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on ESSA reporting requirements, a look at higher ed attainment levels in Congress, and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 4, 2016

Why Virginia Foxx could be the key to higher education policy in 2017 and beyond

Numerous higher ed experts point to the Republican representative as a game-changer.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 4, 2016

Clinton overwhelming pick of K-12 education community

87% of Education Dive readers turned up Clinton in a recent blind poll on top education issues.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 1, 2016

Higher ed split 50-50 on Clinton vs. Trump

A recent Education Dive blind poll found the community evenly split on which candidate would be best for the industry. Here, we break down where they stand on issues like affordability and accountability.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Nov. 1, 2016

On higher education, are you more Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump?

Take our quiz to find out where you stack up on the issues.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 26, 2016

Higher ed IT: CIOs face opportunity, challenges as tech's role on campus expands

Check out our must-read series on the issues facing campus tech chiefs

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 26, 2016

Settlement opens door for higher ed tax battles nationwide

Legal experts say a challenge to property tax laws in municipalities all over the country could leave colleges vulnerable for big payouts in the future. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 24, 2016

Tracking the demise of ITT Tech

The New York Times profiles the lawsuit that set in motion the eventual collapse of the for-profit giant. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 24, 2016

Examining Obama's higher ed legacy

An emphasis on empowering the middle class translated to a zeroing in on accountability and access, with mixed results.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016

Could 'finish in four years' emphasis harm higher education?

As the federal government focuses more on postgraduate outcomes, Missouri lays out a path for faster college completion.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016

Dyslexia, for-profits and CIOs: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on the for-profit sector's woes, a fun look at why IT pros should choose higher ed over the private sector, and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 14, 2016

New Ed Dept teacher prep regulations target equity, accountability

The US Department of Education's new rules feature program-level reporting mandates designed to better gauge effectiveness.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 12, 2016

9 CIOs share why they chose higher ed over private sector

Mission and benefits weigh heavily among other factors in decisions to choose academia.

By Roger Riddell , Naomi Eide • Oct. 12, 2016

Time running out on federal CTE bill

The Perkins Act, which could move billions to community colleges nationwide in support of career and technical education, is close to dying in the U.S. Senate.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 11, 2016

Conversation grows about real costs of tuition remission benefits

Some experts say plans offering tuition discounts to full-time employees and their children are financially unsustainable.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 6, 2016

Is Chicago State on the verge of collapse?

The institution saw a 25% one-year enrollment decrease this fall, down more than 50% from 2010 numbers.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 6, 2016

American U students call for academic trigger warnings

Student government leaders say advanced warning on potentially objectionable or traumatic content is necessary to increase diversity and make academic spaces safe.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 5, 2016

National loan default rates dip for second straight year

The federal government says schools have done a better job increasing awareness about default consequences in conjunction with federal changes to lending programs.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 5, 2016

Supreme Court lets new amateur athlete scholarship compensation rules stand

The nation's highest court leaves the door open for challenges to amateurism structure.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 4, 2016

The term 'nontraditional student' is extinct

With the increase in adult learners at campuses nationwide, a new norm is emerging for colleges and universities to adapt in service and enrollment strategy. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 3, 2016

Marlboro College makes campus governance everyone's job

The 400-person campus' model could work ideally for small institutions with more control over sharing the immediate and longterm needs of the school.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 3, 2016

Political pressure increases on endowment spending

Low performance in the stock market for thousands of university investment portfolios has not stopped the political inquiry and commentary on the subject of how funds can be used to reduce college costs.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 3, 2016