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Haverford Drops Need-Blind Admissions
College says it will admit a small share of its applicant pool based in part on ability to pay.
The Long-Term Impact
Researchers say the real test of a state student aid program may not be enrollment alone, but graduate school, lifetime income and more.
Black Colleges Dropped From Bill They Opposed
North Carolina legislation would have cut tuition dramatically, and many at the institutions feared they would lose revenue. Two universities still are covered by bill.
Discounting Hits New Highs
Private colleges and universities are trying new strategies after discount rates rose to unseen levels yet again.
Lawmaker With the Idea Higher Ed Leaders Hate
U.S. Representative Tom Reed discusses his legislation requiring colleges with wealthiest endowments to spend more on student aid -- or face penalties.
Fading Affordability
College affordability has declined in 45 states since 2008, with low- and middle-income students in particular feeling the pinch, new study finds.
Crisis Averted?
Low-income and nondependent students have been protected from state disinvestment in higher education during the last two decades because of increasing federal aid spending, a new study finds.
Revamped Loan Payment System
After years of criticism from companies it hires to collect student loan payments, the Education Department plans to create a single standardized portal for borrowers to make payments.