Academic Programs

So-called ghost students have been stealing financial aid for at least a decade. Now the Department of Education and Congress are trying to curb the schemes.

The proposed change is unlikely to become law before July 1, when the loan caps take effect.

Colleges across the nation cut multiple jobs and programs last month as many sought to rein in projected budget deficits ahead of the start of a new fiscal year.

The university, one of multiple financially struggling Oregon public institutions, hemorrhaged enrollment during the pandemic. Its president has proposed department eliminations and other cuts, drawing ire from unions.

The National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators says institutions could be penalized for decisions they were forced to make with limited guidance.

New research from the Brookings Institute highlights better and worse ways to craft a free college program. Here’s how researchers think lawmakers can get it right.

Colleges announced hundreds of layoffs and buyouts last month as many work to close budget deficits brought on by state and federal funding issues and other challenges.

Advocates and higher ed groups called on Congress to take action to expand the definition of professional programs.