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Erasing Equity Gaps With State Funding

Colorado has become the latest among a handful of states to give colleges financial incentives to increase student diversity, but the new funding formula's impact remains unclear.

What Happens Next for DACA?

In wake of Supreme Court ruling blocking Trump from ending DACA, the future of the program protecting young undocumented immigrants remains uncertain.

Republicans Signal More Aid for Testing

Senate Republicans signal they will propose funding to help colleges with coronavirus testing, but Democrats propose a much broader and more expensive aid package.

Skills Over Degrees in Federal Hiring

Trump administration elevates skills over college degrees in federal hiring, but college groups say executive order will not lessen value of degrees.

Inconsistent Information on Indirect Expenses

Some colleges provide detailed lists of transportation, housing and other indirect expenses, while others provide nothing. Without clear information, students can end up in dire financial situations.

Trump Expands Immigration Restrictions

Order suspends entry for foreign workers coming to U.S. through certain visa programs but spares a program important for international students.

Call for Doubling Pell, Forgiving Debt

John King Jr., a former education secretary, calls for debt forgiveness and doubling Pell Grants during hearing on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers worry pandemic will worsen educational disparities.

Whom to Test and How to Pay for It

States stop short of advising colleges to test all students when campuses reopen, despite concerns that approach will lead to missing those who could spread the virus to others.