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Haverford Drops Need-Blind Admissions
College says it will admit a small share of its applicant pool based in part on ability to pay.
Imperfect Promise in Oregon
Oregon's free community college program begins this fall, but several two-year-college leaders in the state say the grant program is underfunded and too exclusive.
Opinion
Reassessing a Redesign of Community Colleges
A prominent book championing the pathways approach to student completion at community colleges understates the deep resistance and possible unintended consequences such a restructuring could trigger, writes Mike Rose.
More State Funds, on One Condition
To receive portions of the money allocated to them in the new state budget, California's public universities will need to admit more in-state students.
Fighting Access for For-Profits
For-profit institutions that cater to service members see chance to connect with students in Senate-passed provision expanding access on military bases.
Opinion
Barriers to Transfer
A common complaint from community college students is that they face barriers when seeking to transfer to four-year institutions, including subpar advising, write Alison Kadlec and Elizabeth Ganga.
Logging Off, Dropping Out
Hard data on which students are failing to use learning management software can help colleges intervene to boost retention rates.
Focus on Certificates Boosts Completion Goals
Louisiana and other states are closer to reaching college completion goals as their emphasis shifts to more certificates in addition to degrees.