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Flexibility and Graduation
Going to college exclusively full time isn't the best way for adult students who are returning to college to earn an associate degree, new data show.
Taxes and Education
Obama proposes shifts in education tax credits and Pell Grants, using increased taxes on wealthy individuals and financial institutions to pay the costs, and to finance plan for free community college.
Obama's Tax Plan
President will seek big changes in education tax credits, and will propose new taxes on the wealthy and on financial institutions to pay for free community college tuition.
Federal Promise Unveiled
Bipartisanship is on display as President Obama announces free community college plan in Tennessee, but proposal likely faces tough odds in Congress.
The Thought That Counts
Obama's free tuition plan is a hit among community college leaders, but some experts worry about details and whether the money could be more targeted.
New Higher Ed Federalism
The president's free community college plan may change the balance between the federal government, states and colleges.
Measuring Substance
Three public college associations release draft discussion guide for how to measure student success after college.
Two Years of Free Community College
Obama unveils outline of federal matching grant proposal that would seek to make two years of community college free nationwide.