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Merit, Diversity and Grad Admissions
Scholar goes behind scenes to observe professors decide whom to admit to top Ph.D. programs. She finds that GRE and grades dominate first winnowing, while diversity comes into play later.
Veterans vs. Land Grants
Veterans groups and public universities are at odds over federal legislation that would require state institutions to provide recent veterans with in-state tuition.
In Your Face
Two Boston institutions have launched unusual marketing campaigns in an attempt to draw notice in a crowded market.
LinkedIn to M.B.A. Admissions
Cornell's business school offers new application that lets prospective students submit their LinkedIn profiles.
The Younger International Student
A rapid growth in the number of international students seeking American high school diplomas creates new recruiting opportunities for colleges.
Troubles at Embark
A company that helps leading graduate and professional schools handle applications has owed millions and misled its clients about why they're not getting their money, lawsuit alleges.
Duncan on Ratings and Debt
In expansive interview about higher ed, the education secretary differentiates about dangers of varying degrees of student debt and suggests colleges might be rated based on whether they improve or not.
Discount Escalation
Private college discount rates continue to rise, and some worry about the long-term impact.