Tag: Higher education
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 in Philadelphia that recently closed its doors. The decision comes...
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 government intervention may be necessary to prevent some universities from...
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 virtual versions of their on-campus classes and programs. This shift...
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 past two years, according to experts. With a surge in...
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 means that the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid...
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 down some of the key numbers from these stories.Firstly, St....
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 after the deans were found to have sent derogatory messages...
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 numbers:80
St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University, both Catholic institutions...
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 challenges. These programs offer graduating high school students admission to...
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 light after the deans were found to have sent messages...
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 Application for Federal Student Aid will now be tested among...
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 1, two months later than usual. This delay is part...
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 more potential students are likely to secure places compared to...
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 organization, Bloomberg Philanthropies, announced a donation of $600 million to...
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 students whose families earn $75,000 or less per year. This...
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 and manage 180 other programs for different universities. In 2021,...
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 burden of loans reaching up to £120,000, compounded by high...
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 Foxx, to address the issue of rising antisemitism at university...