Direct admissions show early success boosting enrollment in Idaho

Enrollment of first-time undergraduates and in-state students increased, especially at community colleges, but Pell-eligible enrollment didn't change.

By Laura Spitalniak • Feb. 4, 2022

Don't make the mistake of assuming essential frontline workers are unskilled

Workers most threatened by the pandemic deserve training for higher-paying careers, but colleges can't ignore skills learned on the job.

By Earl Buford • Feb. 4, 2022

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International Students

A look at trends in international enrollment — and what the numbers mean for U.S. colleges and universities.

By Higher Ed Dive staff

CUNY program suggests ways data can help transfer students

The Articulation of Credit Transfer project at CUNY found promising practices that could help students keep more credits — and financial aid.

By Laura Spitalniak • Feb. 2, 2022

CUNY permanently ends transcript withholding

The City University of New York joins its sister SUNY system in ending the practice after prodding by the state's governor.

By Rick Seltzer • Feb. 1, 2022

California offers students $10,000 toward college for 450 hours of service work

The Californians for All College Corps aims to bridge student funding gaps left by Pell Grants. Advocates say slots must go to underrepresented students.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 27, 2022

Cardona calls for 'reset' in US education system

The U.S. secretary of education specifically urged schools to address pre-pandemic inequities and support students who are academically behind.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 27, 2022

Amid outcry, California Community Colleges system ends transfer deal with for-profit group

Lawmakers and advocacy groups urged the community colleges to end the agreement with American Public University System to protect students.

By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 25, 2022

The SAT will be delivered digitally in the U.S. starting in 2024

While the College Board is touting the simplicity and accessibility of the new version, skeptics don't think it will solve equity issues related to the exam.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Jan. 25, 2022

Which types of institutions offer low-income students the greatest ROI?

Georgetown University researchers found that for-profit colleges tend to provide the lowest returns to low-income students, with a few exceptions.

By Natalie Schwartz • Jan. 25, 2022

California governor proposes almost $40B for higher ed, sets long-term goals

Budget plan would incentivize college leaders to close equity gaps, reduce students' cost of attendance and align learning goals with workforce needs.

By Laura Spitalniak • Jan. 11, 2022

3 major trends affecting ed tech companies

We reviewed what executives said during their latest earnings calls to better understand patterns in the growing sector.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 17, 2021

Northeast Ohio colleges aim to tackle 'stranded credits' in a bid to reenroll students

A regional partnership forged by a consulting and research group comes with high hopes for duplication elsewhere.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 14, 2021

APLU report calls for innovation and flexibility in student programming

Report's recommendations include awarding credit to students for prior learning and creating pathways between undergraduate and graduate programs.

By Laura Spitalniak • Dec. 10, 2021

Colleges’ commitment to civic engagement can’t be episodic

Amid calls to increase resources for civic learning, the director of the American Democracy Project suggests ways institutions can make efforts stick.

By Catherine Copeland • Dec. 9, 2021

Unauthorized immigrant students face high hurdles post-graduation, survey finds

Poor access to professional licenses and federal student aid make it hard to get certain jobs and attend grad school, even after students earn diplomas.

By Natalie Schwartz • Dec. 6, 2021

Expanding PLA for adult learners

Incorporating PLA credits can help create better student outcomes for adult learners.

By Dick Senese, President of Capella University • Nov. 29, 2021

Pilot program at 4 community colleges seeks to design supports for single mothers on campus

The new effort aims to have more single mothers earn a degree or credential, with a goal of reaching 6,000 of these learners by 2024.

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 29, 2021

University of Austin shared a worldview, but does it have a business plan?

Startup liberal arts university says it aims to recenter education on the pursuit of truth. Experts will watch whether it can be financially sustainable.

By Rick Seltzer • Nov. 9, 2021

South Carolina governor uses federal relief funding for tuition-free technical college

Gov. Henry McMaster set aside $17 million for the program and urged the state legislature to invest $124 million more to maintain it through June 2024.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 8, 2021

Higher ed groups call for quick changes to FAFSA verification

The federal government should share data among agencies and change who is targeted in audits in order to remove student burdens, a new white paper says.

By Jeremy Bauer-Wolf • Nov. 8, 2021

Marginalized student groups prefer virtual recruiting, survey finds

Women and Black, Hispanic and first-generation college students reported better interactions with company reps in virtual settings than in person. 

By Natalie Schwartz • Nov. 3, 2021

What does accessibility mean in higher ed content marketing?

Admissions departments are the digital gatekeepers of the college experience for disabled students.

Nov. 1, 2021

UCLA's Carlos Grijalva: Is there a benefit to GRE® scores?

Graduate admissions should be a fair and inclusive process for all students.

Nov. 1, 2021

Report: Two-thirds of students lacking basic needs did not apply for emergency aid

Students receiving grants said they were more likely to graduate and support their schools as alumni.

By Natalie Schwartz • Oct. 29, 2021

How Congress can move the needle on college completion

A proposed College Completion Fund draws backing as researchers say wraparound support programs are the best way to help students earn degrees.

By Michelle Dimino and Alyssa Ratledge • Oct. 27, 2021