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Lost Dominance in Ph.D. Production
A new study explores just how far the United States has fallen in educating scientists and engineers.
Out of the Doghouse
Accreditor lifts probation at commercial college that was subject of "60 Minutes" investigation.
'Good Day' for For-Profit Colleges
As they waited Thursday morning for the House of Representatives higher education subcommittee to vote on legislation to extend the...
Aid for the Rich?
New research links increases in National Merit Scholarships to declines in low-income enrollments.
Budget Bill Advances in Senate
Appropriations panel backs plan to raise NIH spending by $1 billion but keep maximum Pell Grant at $4,050.
Progress and Problems for Female Historians
Report documents advances by women in history departments -- and lingering impact of sexism, both overt and subtle, on careers.
Without Merit
U. of California pulls out of national scholarship program in which PSAT scores alone determine the semifinalists.
House Dives In to the Higher Ed Act
Debate is intense over for-profit colleges, but decisions on many issues are forestalled.