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The Week in Admissions News
Textbook costs; student finances; student loans.
Reed Students Challenge ‘U.S. News,’ and Magazine Challenges Some Colleges
Is the magazine punishing a college for refusing to participate? There's no question that Berkeley and Johnson and Wales are being punished, but for a different reason.
Analysis, a Guilty Plea and a Movie
Medicare fraud, another parent pleads guilty and a film.
A String of Scandals
William G. Tierney describes the mistakes that brought down the University of Southern California.
To Be Test Optional or Not to Be, for International Students
As more colleges make submission of SAT or ACT scores optional, the decision on whether to require scores from international applicants can raise a different set of issues.
The Week in Admissions News
Southern Cal's admissions fraud; the desire for more aid; push for full Pell; student loan oversight.
Students Sue Over Canceled SAT Scores
Egyptian students challenge cancellation of their SAT scores for test security reasons, saying they were not given evidence or opportunity to appeal. College Board says evidence was "overwhelming."
Light Up, but Skip Flagship Enrollment
Study links state bans on affirmative action to increased smoking by minority young adults.