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An arrow points down over a map of the world merged with a diverse group of students.

5 Takeaways From New Data on International Student Enrollment

July 13, 2026

As international enrollment drops, institutions are re-evaluating where and how they recruit international students.

A photo illustration of a hand adjusting a dial, turning it to $100,000. The dial has values from $0 to $200,000.
A photo illustration of a hand adjusting a dial, turning it to $100,000. The dial has values from $0 to $200,000.

ED Encouraged Institutions to Limit Graduate Loans. They Don’t Want To.

July 10, 2026

Colleges are debating whether they should limit lending to students in certain programs that are currently considered “professional” by the Education Department.

Hand puts up stop motion blocking another hand from reaching a piggy bank
Hand puts up stop motion blocking another hand from reaching a piggy bank
A trash can overflowing with crumpled-up papers on an orange background.
A trash can overflowing with crumpled-up papers on an orange background.

Some Colleges Drop Supplemental Essays for 2026–27

July 8, 2026

Administrators said the essays weren’t particularly helpful in making admissions decisions. But it’s too soon to know whether the changes are part of a larger trend.

View of the student life building at Florida International University, in Miami. FIU is the largest university in South Florida.
View of the student life building at Florida International University, in Miami. FIU is the largest university in South Florida.
A broken orange piggy bank wearing a graduation cap.
A broken orange piggy bank wearing a graduation cap.
Nicholas Kent, under secretary of education, sits opposite NASFAA president and CEO Melanie Storey on a stage
Nicholas Kent, under secretary of education, sits opposite NASFAA president and CEO Melanie Storey on a stage

Financial Aid Administrators Grapple With Last-Minute Loan Changes

July 1, 2026

The loan limits are just one set of new policies taking effect this week that are expected to reshape higher education.

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A gavel resting on a desk.