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Killing Off a Success

Why is the University of Virginia backing away from a student aid policy that succeeded in attracting more low-income students? And why is UNC standing by a similar policy?

Congress Takes Note

A new report on the impact of adjunct labor marks a new level of interest in Washington about the changing nature of the higher education workforce.

Ratings Alternative

Association of public universities says Obama ratings system could create "perverse incentives," but supports linking receipt of aid to performance on key metrics.

Taking on Sallie Mae

The federal government needs to do a better job of overseeing the companies it hires to service student loans, especially the largest player, a new report says.

Tracking Alternative Credentials

U.S. Census Bureau's first-of-its-kind report on the 25 percent of adults who hold a non-degree credential could influence policy and how college completion is viewed.

Texas Takes On Student Outcomes

University of Texas System creates web tool to track graduates' earnings and debt five years after leaving college, among other outcomes.

Pledges for Low-Income Students

The Obama administration unveils more than 100 commitments from colleges and universities and millions of dollars in philanthropic donations as part of its White House higher education summit.

Accord on Appropriations

Congressional negotiators reach agreement to boost spending on NIH and student aid, though deal does not restore all of the sequester cuts.