More BIPOC Students Are Earning Degrees. Here’s How States Are Delivering for Them

A new report found that Black, Hispanic, and Native American and Alaska Native degree and credential attainment has all slowly increased over the past 15 years.

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by Evan CastilloPublished February 13, 2025
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What Is a Mini MBA?

What Is a Mini MBA?

A mini MBA isn’t a degree program, but it can still introduce you to key business concepts and bolster your resume.

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Updated February 12, 2025

University of California Sued Over Alleged Use of Racial Preferences in Admissions

University of California Sued Over Alleged Use of Racial Preferences in Admissions

A federal lawsuit filed by Students Against Racial Discrimination accuses the UC system of engaging in race-based college admissions, favoring Black and Hispanic applicants over those who are white and Asian.

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by Margaret Attridge

Updated February 11, 2025

Report Shows Legacy Admissions on the Decline

Report Shows Legacy Admissions on the Decline

Data shows the practice of considering legacy status in admissions is on a steep decline.

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by Elin Johnson

Updated February 7, 2025

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Trump Wants to Close the Education Department. Here’s What That Might Mean for Students’ Financial Aid.

Trump Wants to Close the Education Department. Here’s What That Might Mean for Students’ Financial Aid.

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by Elin Johnson

Updated February 7, 2025

FAFSA Drops ‘Nonbinary’ Gender ID Option, Streamlines Race/Ethnicity Questions

FAFSA Drops ‘Nonbinary’ Gender ID Option, Streamlines Race/Ethnicity Questions

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by Matthew Arrojas

Updated February 10, 2025

Pell Grant Program Faces $2.7 Billion Deficit. Here’s What Students Need to Know.

Pell Grant Program Faces $2.7 Billion Deficit. Here’s What Students Need to Know.

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Is Psychology a STEM Major?

Is Psychology a STEM Major?

The largest scientific organizations say yes, but the dated public perception remains. Here’s what makes psychology a STEM major.

February 6, 2025
California State University Partnership Brings ChatGPT to Campus

California State University Partnership Brings ChatGPT to Campus

The first-of-its-kind initiative will provide AI tools and training to half-a-million students, faculty, and staff.

February 11, 2025
Graduates From This Bachelor of Business Administration Program Landed Six-Figure Salaries

Graduates From This Bachelor of Business Administration Program Landed Six-Figure Salaries

For the second year in a row, BBA graduates from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business landed median starting salaries over $100,000.

February 5, 2025
Fix to Georgia College Completion Grant Would Make Thousands More Students Eligible

Fix to Georgia College Completion Grant Would Make Thousands More Students Eligible

The amendment would correct an oversight that put the $2,500 grant out of reach for most students in two-year programs.

February 4, 2025
Upcoming FCC Supreme Court Case Could Impact Internet Access for Rural Students

Upcoming FCC Supreme Court Case Could Impact Internet Access for Rural Students

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case on subsidies for rural Americans’ broadband access, potentially stretching the digital divide.

January 31, 2025
Report: Online College Programs Rarely Cheaper Than In-Person Learning

Report: Online College Programs Rarely Cheaper Than In-Person Learning

Only 24% of institutions reported lower prices for online college programs compared to face-to-face programs.

January 31, 2025
Will Biden’s Guidance on OPM Partnerships Hold Up Under Trump? Here’s What Students Need to Know.

Will Biden’s Guidance on OPM Partnerships Hold Up Under Trump? Here’s What Students Need to Know.

In its waning days, the Biden administration issued one last salvo against online program managers, but will it have teeth now that Trump is in office?

January 31, 2025
Trump Threatens to Deport International Students Who Protested Israel-Hamas War

Trump Threatens to Deport International Students Who Protested Israel-Hamas War

An executive order signed by President Donald Trump addresses “the explosion of antisemitism” on college campuses and could allow foreign student protesters to be deported.

February 3, 2025
Republican Proposal Would Impose 21% Tax on University Endowments

Republican Proposal Would Impose 21% Tax on University Endowments

The Endowment Tax Fairness Act seeks to levy a 21% tax on the endowments of wealthy universities, such as those in the Ivy League.

January 31, 2025
Does College Selectivity Predict Earnings? Sort Of.

Does College Selectivity Predict Earnings? Sort Of.

A new study shows that earnings advantages accrue with greater selectivity, becoming even more pronounced depending on the field of study.

January 30, 2025
Another Major Business School Announces Its First Woman Dean

Another Major Business School Announces Its First Woman Dean

The Stanford University Graduate School of Business announced Sarah Soule as its new dean, joining a growing number of top business schools with women as deans.

January 30, 2025
Federal Grant Freeze Won’t Impact College Student Financial Aid

Federal Grant Freeze Won’t Impact College Student Financial Aid

During President Donald Trump’s federal funding pause, Title IV funds, including Pell Grants and federal student loans, will still find their way to college students.

January 29, 2025