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Biden Backtracks on FFEL Forgiveness As Republicans File Student Loan Lawsuit

A change to federal student loan forgiveness guidelines seemingly counters the lawsuit filed by six Republican-led states — at a big cost for some four million borrowers.

SAT Participation Increases but Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

Many colleges have dropped SAT and ACT admission requirements due to the pandemic, and participation in the SAT remains well below its pre-pandemic peak.

Colleges in South Atlantic States Prep for Hurricane Ian

Institutions are canceling classes and shutting down campuses in Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina as the Category 1 hurricane approaches.

North Carolina A&T Gets $500K to Train STEAM Teachers

The grant comes almost two weeks after the first lady and U.S. secretary of education celebrated the HBCU's efforts to graduate K-12 teachers.

Education Dept. Designates $1 Million for Adult Learner Career Navigation

The $1 million "Future Finder Challenge" aims to boost digital tools for adult learners looking to advance their careers.

Florida A&M Students Sue State, Claim Racial Bias Led to Lack of Funding

The class action suit also alleges that program duplication at nearby predominantly white institutions is impacting enrollment.

Community College Enrollment Declines Worsen for Black Students

A new Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies report reveals Black student enrollment at community colleges dropped by 18% over the last two years.

Justice Department Announces Grants to Reduce Sexual Violence on College Campuses

More than half of the $21 million being sent to instituitions will be dedicated to engaging men and boys as allies in preventing sexual and domestic violence.

L.A. Community Colleges Get $1 Million Grant to Fund Free Metro Rides for All Students

The Los Angeles Community College District just got a $1 million federal grant to provide its half-a-million students with public transportation passes.

First Lawsuit Filed to Block Biden’s Debt Forgiveness

The Pacific Legal Foundation claims that automatic debt cancellation will harm borrowers residing in states that will tax canceled debt as income.

Hurricane Ian Forces Florida Colleges To Close

More than 30 public colleges and scores of private institutions closed, and many schools have also canceled or postponed events scheduled for this weekend.

54% of Americans Experience Mental Health Issues Due to Student Debt

A new study also finds that the majority of Americans regret their higher education choices.

Biden Admin Ends Trump-Era Apprenticeship Program

President Joe Biden previously warned that Trump's Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Program watered down the quality of the U.S. apprenticeship system.

More Questions Than Answers in Effort to Oust Michigan State President

Students and faculty are calling for transparency in the standoff between Michigan State University's president and its board of trustees.

Why the Next Wave of International Students May Come From Africa

Experts following international enrollment trends believe Africa will be the next recruiting hotspot for international students.

College Grads Regret Majoring in Humanities Fields

Going to college today is all about getting a good job, and majoring in philosophy or art history just doesn't make sense for most students.

Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Costs $400B: Congressional Budget Office

The estimate by Congress' nonpartisan scorekeeper is even higher than Republicans opposed to federal student debt cancellation projected.

UC Hastings Officially Renamed UC College of the Law, San Francisco

The name change was approved following a years-long process that found the school's founder, Serranus Hastings, organized the killing of Native Americans.

Kent State, Akron Team Up to Offer 6-Year Bachelor’s, Law Degree Program

The “3+3” partnership increases the number of Ohio college students who will be able to earn a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor degree in six years.

UC San Diego Gets $150M Donation for Stem Cell Research

The donation by billionaire T. Denny Sanford establishes the school as a leader in the development of regenerative and stem-cell based therapies.

Stanford Law to Test Income Share Agreements

The pilot program will be run by the Flywheel Fund for Career Choice, a new nonprofit seeking innovative solutions to America's student loan crisis.

Republican Bill Would Force Colleges To Pay 50% of Defaulted Student Loans

Sen. Josh Hawley’s Make the Universities Pay Act would also forbid institutions from raising tuition to cover the costs of paying off student loans that go into default.

Paid Work-Based Learning Is Critical to Student Equity

A New America report found that paid work-based learning opportunities boost retention rates, but campus leaders need to do more to make them equitable.

Harvard Grad Student Shares Tips for Planning Impactful Protests

Clare Canavan is helping to lead protests against a Harvard professor accused of sexual misconduct. Here's what she has learned.

Students Face Barriers to Voting, but Colleges Can Help

Colleges will play a key role in educating students about how to vote, according to the American Council on Education.

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to Invest $100M to Boost Student Success

The money will go to six nonprofits dedicated to supporting students and closing equity gaps in higher education.

My Roommate Has Covid. Now What?

College students are back on campus for the fall semester amid fewer COVID-19 restrictions. What do they do if their roommate tests positive?

These Business Programs Have the Best Payoff

A report found that two years after graduating, business students' median earnings are about 10 times their debt payments.

University of Oregon Apologizes to BYU for Anti-Mormon Chant at Football Game

Oregon students’ obscene, anti-Mormon slurs were broadcast on social media.

Massachusetts, Like California, Will Require Medication Abortion Access on College Campuses

Massachusetts will become the second state in the country to require public college campuses to provide medication abortion services and information.

Harvard Students Are Protesting a Professor. Here’s Why.

Anthropology professor John Comaroff was placed on leave, accused of violating the school's sexual harassment policies. He's teaching again, and students aren't happy.

Grants Will Help Researchers Explore Impact of Outdoor Education

Researchers from several universities received a $1.4 million grant to study the impact Outward Bound programs have on students’ character.

House Democrats Introduce College Affordability Bill

Lawmakers say the LOAN Act is the next step in addressing the student loan debt crisis by limiting the need to take on loans.

Community Colleges: Limit Role of Corrections Agencies in Prison Pell Grant Expansion

Community college leaders want a longer window before prison officials determine if their programs are in the "best interest" of students.

529 College Savings Plan Gift Cards Now Available at CVS

Gift of College’s innovative crowdfunding platform and expanding gift card offerings make it easy to contribute to loved ones’ college savings accounts.

Campus Messaging Boosted COVID-19 Vaccination Rates for College Students

A new report from the American College Health Association found that campus requirements helped shape students’ attitudes and actions toward vaccination.

Automatic Student Loan Payment Refunds Coming to Millions

Borrowers who paid off part of their loans during the COVID-19 payment pause will get refunded if they qualify for debt cancellation.

Two HBCUs Awarded Federal Grants Following Bomb Threats

The School Emergency Response to Violence grants will pay for counselors to support students who are experiencing trauma due to the ongoing threats.

Warren Warns of ‘Predatory’ Student Loan Servicers

Sen. Elizabeth Warren said federal student loan servicer Navient encouraged borrowers to consolidate loans, which would make them ineligible for Biden's debt forgiveness.

Is College for Everyone? Just Over Half of Students Say Yes

The majority of students believe that college is for everyone regardless of what they want to accomplish in life.

Majoring in Comedy Is No Laughing Matter

Students are serious about the study of comedy, especially given the evolving nature of what is socially acceptable.

Partnership Will Help Formerly Incarcerated Tennesseans Pursue College Degrees

Nashville State Community College and the Doochin Family Trust created an annual $20,000 scholarship pool for formerly incarcerated students.

Princeton Now Free for Students From Families Making Under $100K

The Ivy League university expects that approximately 25% of undergraduates will receive free tuition, room, and board starting in fall 2023.

Is College Worth the Cost? Less Than Half of Students Think So.

A BestColleges survey reveals that the majority of students don't think college is worth the cost.

69% of Students Say You Don’t Need College to Be Successful

A BestColleges survey reveals that students view a traditional college education as just one of many possible paths to success.

California Lawmakers: State Won’t Tax Canceled Student Loans

Experts say that under current California law, student loan debt canceled under President Joe Biden’s plan won’t be tax exempt.

California Poised to Cut Remedial Classes at Community Colleges

Community colleges would still be able to enroll students in remedial courses under limited exceptions.

Columbia Drops to No. 18 in Latest College Ranking

Problems continue to mount for the Ivy League school, not least of which is the damage to its sterling reputation.

How to Stay Safe From Monkeypox While Living in Dorms

Health experts say education and awareness are key to stopping the spread of monkeypox in congregate living settings like college dorms.

Black Families Disproportionately Impacted by Parent PLUS Borrowing

A recent report reveals that 10 years after starting repayment, parents whose children attended top colleges for Black enrollment still owe 96% of their principal.

With Debt Relief, Borrowers Will Spend More on Basic Needs

A new survey by Data for Progress found that voters who are also student loan borrowers plan to decrease other debt and save more for the future.

BYU: No Evidence Fan Used Racial Slurs Toward Duke Volleyball Player

Brigham Young University released its findings following an “extensive review” of the Aug. 26 match against Duke.

These Are the Best College Campuses for Free Speech

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression surveyed almost 45,000 students for its third annual College Free Speech Rankings

Student Debt Forgiveness May Be Within Reach for FFEL Loan Holders

Experts say that about half of Federal Family Education Loan owners may qualify for President Joe Biden’s plan, while the rest have more hoops to jump through.

New Grant Supports Education, Career Training for Californians Impacted by COVID-19

The Golden State Education and Training Grant Program will give $2,500 to Californians enrolled in educational programs that help them return to the workforce.

White House Initiative Aims to Expand, Diversify Apprenticeships

The new Apprenticeship Ambassador Initiative builds on President Joe Biden’s investment in programs that provide on-the-job instruction and mentorship.

BYU’s Black Menaces Will Protest Discrimination Against LGBTQ+ Students

The announcement of an Oct. 11 walkout follows BYU’s removal of previously approved LGBTQ+ resource pamphlets from welcome bags for incoming freshmen.

How the Threat of an ‘Educated Proletariat’ Created the Student Debt Crisis

The roots of the student debt crisis go back to a promise broken decades ago –– when politicians put the burden of funding higher education onto students.

Proposed Bill Would Force Colleges to Use Endowments on Tuition

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott's COLLEGE Act would also force schools to partially cover loan payments for borrowers who fall into default.

Why Is College Important? The Top Reasons According to Students

One in five students say attending college allows them to pursue their passion. Other popular reasons include improving income and self-discovery.

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