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For-Profits Step Up Gainful Criticism
As a federal panel reconvenes to negotiate "gainful employment" regulations, representatives of for-profit colleges -- backed by a surprise visit from a key Congresswoman -- step up their criticism.
Opinion
3 Ways to Boost College Access
Amid "big" ideas to reimagine Pell Grants and other federal student aid programs, let's not forget some "easy" changes that could have a big impact, Justin Draeger writes.
The Obamas' New Focus
With Michelle Obama's speech on higher education -- and another meeting of university presidents at the White House -- the administration kicks off a new push to increase low-income students' access to college.
Endowment Returns Up, For Now
A year ago, endowment investment returns were in the red, now they are nearly 12 percent. But it's unlikely to last.
Merging Into Controversy
A plan to merge Kennesaw State and Southern Polytechnic in Georgia is running into opposition.
Don't Pay It Forward
An idea gaining support in some states has a catchy sales pitch, but is actually a bad deal for students, writes Kati Haycock.
You've Got Mail
Education Department plans to email 3.5 million borrowers of federal student loans over the next six weeks in effort to boost lagging participation in income-based repayment.
The End of History?
One North Carolina university, prodded by the state, may kill its history, political science and physics majors, among others.