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Fitch: Pressures on Higher Ed to ‘Intensify’
The coming year will likely see college enrollment and financial challenges increase, according to Fitch Ratings’ outlook for higher education...
Presidents of Harvard, Penn and MIT Face Grilling on Capitol Hill
The House education committee invited the leaders to testify about their institutions’ responses to allegations of antisemitism—and to demand that they take stronger action.
Utah Governor Tells Presidents to Avoid Political Statements
Utah governor Spencer Cox has discouraged public college presidents from making statements on contentious political issues. “I do not care...
Short-Staffed, Colleges Outsource Financial Aid Offices
Last month Kentucky State U and Bethany College outsourced financial aid services. Such moves reflect a challenging environment for professionals in the field.
N.Y. Lawmakers Set Sights on Expanding Tuition Assistance Program Eligibility
Legislators are optimistic about bipartisan support for the proposal, which would also increase grant amounts, but they’re keeping cognizant of a looming $4.3 billion budget gap.
Biden Administration Refines Student Debt Relief Plans
Borrowers who started repaying their undergraduate loans at least 20 years ago and still have a balance will see their...
Calculation Oversight Besets New FAFSA Ahead of Launch
The Education Department did not update its guidelines for financial aid eligibility calculation for the new, simplified Free Application for...
Weekly Wisdom | Interview with Empire State University President Dr. Lisa Vollendorf
An inspiring conversation with Empire State University President Dr. Lisa Vollendorf.