Latest Higher Education News

Saint Augustine's University in North Carolina faces significant leadership instability as interim president Marcus H. Burgess resigns after 18 months amid accreditation struggles and financial...

House Republicans have proposed a 15% budget cut to the U.S. Department of Education for fiscal year 2026, aligning with former President Trump’s recommendations to reduce federal spending on...

Several universities report growing financial distress triggered by policy shifts and enrollment declines. The University of Chicago plans to cut $100 million in expenses, including layoffs of...

Artificial intelligence adoption accelerates in academia and industry, reshaping teaching, learning, and employment landscapes. Rutgers Business School expands AI curriculum with new courses...

New surveys reveal rising mental health stressors and a less welcoming campus climate, especially among students of color. About one-third of traditional-aged students report significant stress...

Ohio enacts legislation regulating colleges’ use of third-party online program managers (OPMs), requiring public disclosure of partnerships and prohibiting OPM involvement in financial aid...

U.S. colleges are experiencing significant drops in international student enrollment, partly due to restrictive visa policies and difficulty securing interviews. The University of Central Missouri...

Educators confront challenges posed by AI tools facilitating shortcut strategies among students. Innovative assessment methods such as fact sheets, podcasts, and creative projects are emerging to...

New research reveals that colleges only offer required courses when needed about 15% of the time, creating bottlenecks that delay graduation and increase costs. Students face frustration and...

Campuses face contested debates over diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, with some students reporting increased feelings of exclusion and discrimination. Conservative groups intensify...

Saint Augustine’s University faces leadership upheaval as interim president Marcus H. Burgess resigns amid accreditation crises and ongoing legal battles related to governance and discrimination...

Federal and state policies are reshaping higher education funding and program operation. The U.S. Department of Education has cut grants for student parent assistance at colleges due to...

Artificial intelligence’s rapid integration is reshaping the higher education and labor landscape. A St. Louis Fed study finds AI adoption correlates with rising unemployment in sectors like...

Several universities confront financial challenges amid enrollment declines and policy disruptions. The University of Chicago plans up to 150 staff layoffs to reduce a $100 million deficit...

Access and enrollment dynamics remain complex. International student numbers decline significantly due to visa challenges at institutions like the University of Central Missouri, impacting...

Educators are innovating assessment and teaching methods to address challenges posed by AI. New assessment formats such as fact sheets, selfies, memes, and podcasts emphasize creativity and...

Recent reports highlight significant gaps in data collection for incarcerated students, limiting evaluation of prison education programs crucial for Pell Grant reinstatement. Legal disputes over...

The higher education sector reflects shifting labor dynamics amid AI and economic uncertainty. Fortune 500 CFOs increasingly gain promotion internally, signaling stable leadership pipelines....

Political battles intensify over higher education policies. GOP lawmakers align with Trump administration’s budget cuts affecting Education Department funding with proposed deep reductions to...

Notable leadership appointments reverberate through education-linked sectors. Minouche Shafik, former Columbia University president, takes on chief economic adviser role for UK Prime Minister Keir...