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Ethical College Admissions: Boston College's Shift on Early Admissions

The college's new approach raises questions about early admissions generally, writes Jim Jump.

The Economic Gains (Yes, Gains) of a Liberal Arts Education

Sure, engineers earn more, but new study shows that liberal arts college grads are doing just fine and seeing economic mobility -- and that much of what is said about graduates of these programs is not backed by evidence.

Faculty Hiring After the Recession

New hires of full-time faculty at public master’s and doctoral institutions rose more than a decade ago, then declined after the recession -- while hires at baccalaureate institutions remained slow and steady.
Opinion

Public Engagement and the Future of the University

As universities face pressure to demonstrate their value, engaged scholarship is more important than ever, Diana Brazzell writes.

What Community College Students Say Impedes Their Progress

A new survey finds they believe too much work and too little money keep them from graduating. But they also cite problems with online education and parking.

More AP Success; Racial Gaps Remain

More students than ever are earning scores that can translate into college credit, but results are mixed for some groups.

Conservative. Traditional. Expensive.

Survey of prospective students and their parents offers insight into how they view Roman Catholic colleges. Many are open to them but generally aren't choosing institutions because of their Catholic character.

The Week in Admissions News

Art college shakeout; dual enrollment; student loans at community colleges.