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Americans Value Trade Colleges Over Ivies

A new survey finds that while most likely voters question higher ed’s price, they view some types of institutions more favorably than others.

Education Dept. Reminds Colleges to Tell Students Cost of Attendance

Colleges must tell any enrolled or prospective student the cost of attendance, and those that don’t could face a fine...
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Opinion

Is Higher Ed Ready to Be Bodyslammed?

Linda McMahon is set to wrestle higher education, Ryan Craig writes.

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Looking Back at 2024 in Higher Ed

This year featured high-profile scandals, resignations and protests but also showed the enduring value of colleges and universities.

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What 3 Ratings Agencies Project for Higher Ed in 2025

Recent reports from Moody’s Ratings, S&P Global and Fitch Ratings—taken together—offer a mixed outlook for the sector, particularly small, cash-strapped institutions.

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The Longhorn Long Shot

The University of Texas at Austin has rapidly become one of the most selective colleges in the country. That’s partly due to a 30-year-old state policy attracting national attention as an affirmative action alternative. But Texans say it’s no perfect model.

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Uncertain Changes Loom at Accreditation Conference

Trump has promised to overhaul higher ed. What that means for the sector was a focal point of discussion at the Middle States Commission on Higher Education meeting.

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Walberg Chosen to Lead House Ed Committee

The Michigan representative lost his bid for the chairmanship in 2023 but will pick up the gavel now as Virginia Foxx steps down.