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Smooth Ride for Would-Be Secretary
In a confirmation hearing, the Senate education committee seemed confident that John B. King Jr. would be approved as education secretary.
CFPB Duels With Accreditor
In a lawsuit that could chart new ground, the consumer bureau is battling in court for information about how an accreditor approved some of the most controversial for-profit colleges.
Preserving the Original 'Free College' Plan
Providing free college for everyone is a wonderful concept in theory, but it would be all but impossible in practice, argue Abigail Seldin and Kim Cook, and there is a realistic alternative.
Why Is Tuition So High?
A new study asserts that increased student aid, not faculty salaries or state cutbacks, drives prices higher.
Low Income, High Graduation Rate
Two new studies suggest many colleges may be too quick to write off low-income students and community college transfers. Money and extra support change the equation, at least for some.
Paid Not to Work?
Temple hopes students will graduate earlier if they receive grants that limit them to working no more than 15 hours per week off campus.
A Push to Finish on Time
A campaign for students to take 15 credits a semester is growing. But some worry 15-credit course loads could become a requirement for financial aid, or might prod job-holding students to take on too much.
Bush Pushes Loan Overhaul
The Republican presidential hopeful wants to gut the federal student loan programs -- and replace them with a federal income-based financing system.