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James Kvaal, Nicholas Kent and Beth Akers speak at AEI

Debating How to Create Higher Ed Accountability at AEI

Policy experts generally agree more value-based accountability is needed in higher ed, but questions remain about how best to execute those goals and what the consequences of existing measures should be.

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon testifies before the House Committee on Education and Workforce at the Rayburn House Office Building on May 14, 2026 in Washington, DC. The hearing examined the policies and priorities of the Department of Education.

McMahon Tussles With House Democrats at Latest Hearing

The secretary engaged in tense exchanges with Democratic lawmakers about ED policies. Republicans largely came to her defense but raised concerns about graduate student loan caps and threats to TRIO.

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Minnesota Contends With $131M Aid Shortfall

It’s the third year in a row in which the state can’t meet demand for student aid, thanks to rising enrollment, changes to FAFSA and tuition hikes.

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Princeton Introduces Proctoring, Changing Century-Old Honor Code

Policy and tradition compelled students to monitor their peers and report them for suspected cheating. But as AI use becomes prevalent, students have reached their breaking point.

Student filling out FAFSA

2026 FAFSA Completion Rate Hits Record High

A record share of the high school Class of 2026 has completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the...
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How 4 Colleges Are Helping Close Health-Care Gaps

They’re establishing training programs, student-run clinics and community-based care models to meet their neighbors’ needs and educate students.

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UChicago Offers Free Tuition to Students With Family Income Under $250K

Starting in fall 2027, the University of Chicago will offer free tuition to students whose families earn less than $250,000...
Yale School of Medicine

DOJ Says Yale Medical School Violated Race-Based Admissions Ban

The Justice Department on Thursday accused the Yale School of Medicine of circumventing the Supreme Court ban on race in...