How student loan borrowers could be affected by the next presidential administration
CNN POLITICS — With much of President Joe Biden’s student loan agenda tied up in court, the incoming Trump administration could have a significant impact on millions of borrowers.
Read More about How student loan borrowers could be affected by the next presidential administrationA look at plans to dismantle the US Department of Education
THE SENTINEL RECORD — Throughout his campaign, President-elect Donald Trump heaped scorn on the federal Department of Education, describing it as being infiltrated by “radicals, zealots and Marxists.”
Read More about A look at plans to dismantle the US Department of EducationA look at reactions to the appointment of Linda McMahon as secretary of the US Department of Education
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Linda McMahon has said little about her views on education, worrying some. But other experts are confident she’s the right woman for the job.
Read More about A look at reactions to the appointment of Linda McMahon as secretary of the US Department of EducationInternational students are advised to return to campus by January 20 in anticipation of potential immigration issues
INSIDE HIGHER ED — At least three universities have encouraged their international students and employees to come back from the winter holiday break ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s Jan. 20 inauguration, due to concerns that he could use his first days in office to issue executive orders blocking them from returning.
Read More about International students are advised to return to campus by January 20 in anticipation of potential immigration issuesNational Student Clearinghouse Research Center report finds that college completion rates have risen
INSIDE HIGHER ED — Prior dual-enrollment experience made students more likely to finish their credential within six years of starting college, according to a new report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
Read More about National Student Clearinghouse Research Center report finds that college completion rates have risenSeveral four-year universities have launched dual-enrollment courses for high school students
INSIDE HIGHER ED — More four-year institutions are offering courses for high school students, dipping their toes into what has long been community colleges’ domain. But can they get those students to enroll after graduating?
Read More about Several four-year universities have launched dual-enrollment courses for high school studentsUS Department of Education prepares to roll out FAFSA form following problems last year
INSIDE HIGHER ED — The federal aid form could officially launch this week. Hopes for a smooth financial aid cycle, and the Education Department’s chance at redemption, are on the line.
Read More about US Department of Education prepares to roll out FAFSA form following problems last yearUS colleges see growth in the number of international students
INSIDE HIGHER ED — India overtook China as the top source of foreign students in the U.S. last year, marking a boom in interest from the Global South and a shift to graduate programs.
Read More about US colleges see growth in the number of international studentsUniversity presidents consider the implications of the 2024 election
INSIDE HIGHER ED — At a media dinner in New York Monday, nearly a dozen college presidents fielded questions on a range of topics, but none dominated the discussion more than Trump.
Read More about University presidents consider the implications of the 2024 electionUS Department of Agriculture announces grants to support Tribal students and higher education
USDA — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced Tribal higher education opportunities and investments to train the next generation of agricultural professionals.
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