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Dilemma for Methodist Colleges
Vote by United Methodist Church body to strengthen prohibitions on gay clergy and same-sex marriages disappoints Methodist higher education institutions and raises difficult questions.
White House Discussion of International Students
Emphasis of discussion was on those who may want to stay and work in the U.S. after graduation.
A Call for Policy Changes to Improve Access
Catharine Bond Hill, a leading economist of higher education, says policy changes -- by the government and colleges -- could make a difference. She urges many colleges to grow in size to admit more students.
Will AP Changes Give More of an Edge to the Wealthy?
High school counselors say that registration and fee changes will have little impact on those in affluent schools but will discourage those in low-income areas.
Presidents Back Harvard but Aren't Sure It Will Win
Survey finds strong support for consideration of race and ethnicity in admissions. Private college leaders continue to support legacy preferences.
SAT Called Off in 3 Countries
Security problems are blamed. Some say the test was for sale in advance of scheduled administration.
The Week in Admissions News
Another closure; admissions scandal in Japan; debt-free college.
The Humanities at Community Colleges
Study documents extent of instruction (and large class sizes).