Reece Johnson
Education
- MA in Public Administration, Columbia University
- BA in Political Science and Philosophy, University of Washington
Expertise
- Higher Education Policy
- Future of Learning
- Future of Work
Reece Johnson is the editorial director for news and data. He writes about the future of work and higher education, student political activism, and expanding educational opportunities. Reece holds a master’s degree from Columbia University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington. His work has been cited by The New York Times, The New Yorker, Forbes, MSNBC, CNBC, Bloomberg, and Brookings.
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Should College Be Free?
Despite having bipartisan support and public favorability, the issue of free college remains contentious.
May 6, 2025
Shootings at Colleges: U.S. Statistics
There have been 17 mass shootings at U.S. colleges since the 1960s. Our report covers college shootings and gun violence on college campuses.
April 18, 2025
When Do College Decisions Come Out?
While college decision timelines depend on a number of variables, most students who apply in the fall can expect college decisions by mid-March to early April.
March 11, 2025
Is an MBA Worth It? The ROI of an MBA
We break down the data on costs, potential salary, and ROI, so you can decide if getting an MBA is worth it for you.
February 20, 2025
What Colleges Require the COVID-19 Vaccine?
The Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency ended on May 11. Some colleges communicated changes to students before the fall semester began while others are quietly removing vaccine requirements from their web pages.
February 17, 2025
