Tag: Higher education
Donald Trump’s Higher Education Reform Plans: A Comprehensive Overview
Donald Trump's plans for reforming higher education in the United States are causing quite a stir. He is proposing some major changes that could...
Crisis in UK Universities: Labour’s First Step to Save Them
The financial pressure on Britain's higher education institutions is a cause for concern. With more than a third of universities running at a loss...
How Creating University Cold Spots Impacts Disadvantaged Communities
Many people argue that there are too many individuals attending university, but I believe that the issue lies with our economy not creating enough...
Preview of Educause Conference 2021: What to Expect
As we prepare for the upcoming EDUCAUSE Conference 2024 in San Antonio, there are several key policy issues that will be in focus during...
Temple University Cancels Deal with University of the Arts
Temple University announced on Thursday that they will not be pursuing a merger or acquisition with the University of the Arts, a private institution...
English Universities at Risk as Financial Crisis Looms in Autumn
Universities in England are facing a potential financial crisis this autumn, leading to concerns among vice-chancellors about the future of higher education institutions. Urgent...
Colleges Prioritize Online Programs: Survey Shows 2/3 Shift Focus
In a recent survey conducted by Eduventures Research, Quality Matters, and Educause, it was found that approximately two-thirds of colleges are focusing on developing...
Increase in UK Students Attending First-Choice Universities
This year, school leavers who are eagerly awaiting their A-level results may have a smoother time getting into their desired universities compared to the...
FAFSA Application Update Delayed: What You Need to Know
The Department of Education recently announced that the rollout of the updated federal financial aid application, FAFSA, has been delayed once again. This delay...
Catholic Universities in Iowa to Merge: Weekly Recap in 5 Numbers
This week in the education sector, there have been significant developments ranging from Catholic universities merging to public institutions making faculty cuts. Let's break...
Resignation of 3 Columbia Deans over Antisemitic Texts: What Happened?
Columbia University recently made headlines as three deans resigned following the exposure of their antisemitic texts. The scandal, known as “Textgate,” came to light...
Catholic Universities in Iowa Merge: Weekly Recap in 5 Numbers
We're here to recap some of the recent top stories, covering everything from Catholic universities merging to colleges making faculty cuts.Let's dive into the...
Expert Guide: Navigating Direct Admissions with Insider Tips
Direct admissions programs are gaining traction across states and public college systems as a way to attract local students amid enrollment declines and economic...
Resignation of Three Columbia Deans Over Antisemitic Texts: What Happened?
Three deans at Columbia University recently resigned due to inappropriate texts that were deemed antisemitic. The scandal, known on campus as “Textgate,” came to...
Updated FAFSA Application Rollout Delayed Once More
The Department of Education has announced another delay in rolling out the updated federal financial aid application, FAFSA. This new version of the Free...
2025-26 FAFSA Launch Date Set for December 1: Education Department Update
The Education Department has announced that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2025-26 academic year will be launched on December...
Top UK Universities Anticipate Thousands of Vacant Spaces Ahead of A-level Results
The UK's top universities are facing a significant number of unfilled undergraduate spots just a week before A-level results are released. This means that...
Mike Bloomberg Donates $600m to Historically Black Medical Schools
Michael Bloomberg, the former mayor of New York City and a billionaire, has made a significant contribution to historically Black medical schools. His charitable...
Ripon College Offers Free Tuition to Wisconsin Families Under $75K
Ripon College in Wisconsin has recently announced a new financial aid program called the Ripon Commitment, which will offer free tuition to in-state undergraduate...
Understanding 2U’s Bankruptcy and the Online Program Management Market
About 15 years ago, 2U started working with the University of Southern California to create online degree programs. Since then, they have helped launch...
Lives Impacted by UK Student Loans: Graduate Testimonials and Regrets
Faced with overwhelming student loan repayments, many graduates in the UK are feeling the impact on their careers, mental health, and financial stability. The...
Investigation of Antisemitism at Columbia University: Subpoena Threats
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson recently held a news conference with Republican committee chairs, including House Education and the Workforce Committee Chair Virginia...