A UNCF report highlighted short tenures for presidents at historically Black colleges and universities, finding average presidencies of roughly four years and urging boards to strengthen onboarding, mentorship and succession planning. UNCF executives said leadership stability is critical for fundraising, accreditation, and long‑term strategy at institutions already operating with tight margins. Separately, the new Brandeis president warned that up to a quarter of U.S. colleges could close in coming years absent structural change, citing enrollment shifts, fiscal stress and rising regulatory pressure. Together, the reports signal heightened leadership and sustainability risks across the sector, with small and minority‑serving institutions particularly exposed.