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NCAA Updates Policy for Transgender Athletes
The NCAA adopted a sport-by-sport approach for transgender athletes in line with the policies of the U.S. and international Olympic committees.
COVID-19
Higher Ed Policy
Biden Administration Announces Additional $198M in COVID Relief for Colleges
The American Rescue Plan funds will go to community colleges and rural institutions with struggling enrollment numbers.
Higher Ed Policy
Proposed Bill Would Increase Public Transit Options for College Students
Grants would help provide transportation solutions to colleges that serve historically excluded student populations.
Student Life
College TikTok's Most Popular Influencers
As students increasingly use TikTok to discuss the ins and outs of the college experience, some are becoming influencers with large followings.
What Is Peer Mentoring and How Does It Benefit Students?
Meant to help first-year students transition to college, peer mentoring offers a plethora of benefits for both mentee and mentor.
New App Helps College Women Share Experiences, Grow Influence
28 Row is creating a community where college women can discuss shared experiences, offer emotional support and grow their social media presence.
Opinion & Analysis
Data Studies
The BestColleges team is always hungry for the latest trends and data. Through our data studies and surveys, we gauge the thoughts and opinions of students and professionals around the country, sifting through every data point to generate rich insights for our readers.
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Survey Suggests the 'Great Resignation' Will Continue Next Year
A large number of working Americans plan to leave their jobs next year and are preparing for new opportunities by acquiring career-related skills.
Survey Finds Student Dissatisfaction With Post-Grad Living Plans
More than half of students plan to live somewhere they don't actually want to live as they look toward realistic rather than idealistic living options.
Students Believe You Should Study What You Love
Students believe there's value to studying what you love, but financial constraints, realistic goals, and changes in interests actually drive their choices.
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NCAA Updates Policy for Transgender Athletes
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