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How Academics Vote in International Rankings

Study raises questions about what those responding do or don’t know about institutions they are evaluating.

The Week in Admissions News

Colleges and economic mobility; free community college; Common App problems just before early deadlines; validity study on GRE in law school admissions.

First Generation to the Ivy League

Author discusses her new book on transitions in admissions -- and beyond.

Taking Home Value Out of the Equation

One college charts a path to recruiting students from families whose home equity makes them technically wealthy, but whose bank accounts suggest otherwise.
Opinion

Rethinking Educational Access

Higher education can no longer focus only on young people and preparation for life, writes Arthur Levine. We need to expand our vision to include reskilling and upskilling Americans across their whole lifespan.
Opinion

What Admissions Officers Know (and Don't Know) About Military Service

A problem, some solutions -- and a quiz.
Opinion

Ethical College Admissions: DACA

Don’t listen to the politicians. DACA students are not taking spots that would go to others, writes Jim Jump.

Strayer and Capella Announce Merger

Diversification bid from the two well-respected for-profits comes amid serious shake-up of the sector, which continues despite a more favorable regulatory climate.