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Cornell University campus - stock photo
Cornell University campus - stock photo
A color-blocked stock photo of nursing students with an instructor talking over a dummy on a medical gurney.
A color-blocked stock photo of nursing students with an instructor talking over a dummy on a medical gurney.
Washington senator Patty Murray, a Democrat, sits on the dais next to Maine senator Susan Collins, a Republican. The two lawmakers lead the Senate appropriations committee.
Washington senator Patty Murray, a Democrat, sits on the dais next to Maine senator Susan Collins, a Republican. The two lawmakers lead the Senate appropriations committee.
Linda McMahon, wearing a pink blazer, sits behind a desk
Linda McMahon, wearing a pink blazer, sits behind a desk

Trump Officials Try Again to Reform Colleges, With Higher Ed’s Help

August 3, 2026

The Association of American Universities and other university leaders consulted on the call to action, which represents a shift in tactics for the administration.

An arrow showing a downward trend over a broken piggy bank, a research lab, a lecture hall and a pile of paperwork.
An arrow showing a downward trend over a broken piggy bank, a research lab, a lecture hall and a pile of paperwork.

Are Loan Limits Driving Down College Costs?

August 3, 2026

The Education Department and some policy experts say yes. But others aren’t so sure.

Environmental portraits of Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Sen. Susan Collins side by side. Both are older white women; Murkowski has blond hair and Collins has brown.
Environmental portraits of Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Sen. Susan Collins side by side. Both are older white women; Murkowski has blond hair and Collins has brown.

GOP Rift Over Education Department’s Future

July 31, 2026

In a 13-to-9 vote Thursday, two Republicans sided with the Democrats to protect four key education offices.

Bill Gates, speaking on a stage
Bill Gates, speaking on a stage