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GOP Rift Over Education Department’s Future
In a 13-to-9 vote Thursday, two Republicans sided with the Democrats to protect four key education offices.
New Loan Limit Proration Rule Raises Concern Among Financial Aid Experts
The rule—which proportionally limits how much a student can borrow based on how many credit hours they take—seems simple. But aid officers say it’s quite complicated and warn that ED hasn’t released enough guidance.
Can Outcomes-Based Financing Help Solve the Loan Crisis?
In an interview with Inside Higher Ed, Ethan Pollack, a senior director at Jobs for the Future, discusses how these loans work and why they might help address today’s challenges.
3 Programmatic Accreditors Withdraw From Federal Recognition
Education Under Secretary Nicholas Kent said the withdrawals relate to the Trump administration’s higher standards. But at least one accrediting group disputes that.
NACIQI Recommends Denial of Recognition for Cosmetology Accreditor
Stripping the accreditor’s recognition could upend cosmetology programs reliant on federal aid. The final decision rests with senior leaders at the Education Department.