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College Affordability, Upfront
A trio of think tanks and advocacy groups, lamenting the declining purchasing power of the Pell Grant, call for bold federal and state guarantee for low-income college students.
Far Out of the Red
Many wealthier institutions are reporting double-digit endowment growth.
New Programs: Biotechnology, Theater, Psychology, Legal Studies, Software Engineering
Bethel College, in Indiana, is starting a certificate program in biotechnology. Boston Conservatory is starting a B.F.A. in contemporary theater...
Provocative Ad Campaign On Pause
Edgy advertising approach at Suffolk University could be short-lived as new leadership explores different options.
Grow Your Own
Colleges in Pennsylvania teach students about sustainable agriculture and keep the coffee brewing.
Default Rates Dip (Slightly)
The default rate on federal loans edges down as 21 colleges face sanctions for having rates that exceed the legal threshold.
New Programs: Contemporary Music, Educational Leadership, Digital Media, Outdoor Recreation, Professional Studies
Boston Conservatory is starting a master's of music in contemporary music performance. San Jose State University has started an Ed.D...
Warnings About Tuition Discounting
As Australia prepares to deregulate the setting of tuition prices, experts there warn that universities will begin offering cut-price “scholarships” while maintaining high sticker prices as markers of quality.