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A student standing in front of a campus building in three panels. Each of the three panels has progressively more money in the backpack of the student.
A student standing in front of a campus building in three panels. Each of the three panels has progressively more money in the backpack of the student.

How New Federal Earnings Test Could Affect Higher Ed

June 29, 2026

The Education Department finalized the accountability measure Monday evening, ushering in a new era for colleges and universities.

A photo illustration of a student juggling three stacks of money and a piggy bank.
A photo illustration of a student juggling three stacks of money and a piggy bank.

Private Lenders Expected to Fill Loan Limit Gap—for Some

June 24, 2026

Republicans who backed loan limits and slashed federal student aid are counting on private lenders to step in. Critics argue they’ll only fund students with strong credit history, limiting college access for those who are low income.

An empty chair in a bare room.
An empty chair in a bare room.

ED Backs Out of Some Sessions at NASFAA Conference

June 18, 2026

The conference will still include a fireside chat with Education Under Secretary Nicholas Kent, plus three other ED-related sessions.

Linda McMahon, wearing a blazer and white shirt, speaks into a microphone with her hand slightly raised
Linda McMahon, wearing a blazer and white shirt, speaks into a microphone with her hand slightly raised

Justice Department to Investigate ED’s Civil Rights Cases

June 17, 2026
Former OCR staffers say the Justice Department’s approach to civil rights investigations could leave some students behind. Trump officials argue that won’t happen.
A building shows a blue banner of Donald Trump
A building shows a blue banner of Donald Trump

ED Shifts Some Civil Rights Enforcement to Justice Department

June 16, 2026
Education Department officials say the “partnership will not impact students, parents or families who believe they have experienced discrimination.” One advocacy group said it will erode “protections for millions of students.”
A crack at a fault line extending into a barren plain and disappearing into the horizon at a mountain range with clouds hanging over it.
A crack at a fault line extending into a barren plain and disappearing into the horizon at a mountain range with clouds hanging over it.

Colleges Must Act Now to Regain Public Trust, AAC&U Says

June 16, 2026

A new report, released Tuesday, argues colleges can take accountability for low public confidence without conceding to political criticism.

Doctor talking to a nurse in the corridor of a hospital while pointing at a digital tablet.
Doctor talking to a nurse in the corridor of a hospital while pointing at a digital tablet.

House Republicans Aim to Override Trump’s Loan Limit Regulations

June 12, 2026

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

Sheets rolled to look like body shrouds and splattered with red paint accompany children’s toys and stuffed animals on a green lawn.
Sheets rolled to look like body shrouds and splattered with red paint accompany children’s toys and stuffed animals on a green lawn.