Students may get lower grades based on their surnames
"It didn't occur to us until we looked at the data and realized that sequence makes a difference," researcher Jun Li said.
Asna Tabassum says USC "rewarding hatred" by canceling valedictorian speech
The university canceled a commencement speech from Asna Tabassum, who has come under fire for her pro-Palestinian views.
Student aid expert sounds alarm on 2024 college enrollment
Ellie Bruecker, the interim director of research at The Institute for College Access and Success, said there will likely be a decline in enrollment.
Biden Needs To Give Up on Student Loan Forgiveness
If the Biden administration struggles to properly release the FAFSA application, how can Americans expect it to effectively fix the student debt crisis?
Plan to cut key Army benefits sparks backlash
The potential cuts to two popular programs come amid recruitment shortages across U.S. military services.
Doctor's note leaves patient bemused: "How am I supposed to send this?"
Caden needed a note from his doctor to secure a single dorm room for college next year, but it was not straightforward.
Free college won't make the American Dream attainable for the working class
For working-class Americans, attaining the American Dream is out of reach, says Newsweek Opinion Editor Batya Ungar-Sargon in her new book.
High school seniors asking for student aid drops
According to the National College Attainment Network, only 32 percent of the 2024 high school graduating class submitted a FAFSA.
President Biden Owes Student Loan Borrowers Some Honesty
Many holders of student loan debt are understandably confused about their obligations. That is almost certainly the intention of the Biden administration.
Colleges Should Not Rush To Cut Niche Programs
Sometimes colleges need a reminder that the classics are there for a reason—even in cars.
Florida's giving out discounts on college
As parents look for ways to reduce their child's future student debt, prepaid plans allow them to get ahead of surging costs.
Let's Forgive Student Loans in Exchange for Public Service
The United States should seriously consider implementing a student loan debt forgiveness program modeled after the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Immigrants can get student aid through new rule
The U.S. Department of Education has updated its FAFSA process, allowing those without Social Security numbers to apply.
The U.S. Is Slipping On College Completion: Here's How We Can Regain The Mo
After a decade of progress, students are losing their footing when it comes to graduating college, but there is hope in the hands of key stakeholders.
Olivet University gets reprieve from accreditor for one year
Olivet University's accreditor ABHE said it would remove the university's "warning status" and delay any decision on the college's future for one year.
Students could see money for college double
Federal Pell Grants could swell to $14,800 under the Degrees Not Debt Act of 2024, aiding roughly 7 million students yearly.
How to Pick a College During a Surge of Antisemitism on Campus
In just a few weeks, millions of high school seniors and their families will be making choices about where to attend college or university—a decision that will shape their lives for the next four years, and impact them for decades to come.
Africa's Higher Education Needs More Investment and Entrepreneurship
By 2035, there will be more young people entering the workforce in Africa each year than in the rest of the world combined. The groundwork for quality education and jobs must begin now.
David Jang trafficked Olivet University students, lawsuit claims
"They arrived hoping to fulfill their dreams," the suit reads. "What they experienced was a nightmare."
Biden's Ed Department Is Making College Less Accessible
The Biden administration's failure to meet its basic responsibilities—like implementing Congress' bipartisan FAFSA reforms—should come as no surprise.
New Republican bill would slash Biden's student loan forgiveness plans
The College Cost Reduction Act would update the federal student loan system so borrowers would no longer qualify for forgiveness.
Student loan borrowers skip payments: It's "an act of civil disobedience"
As national student loan debt lies at 1.75 trillion, one in 10 borrowers said they won't be paying off their loans as a matter of principle.
More Americans ditching 4-year college degrees for 2-year trade programs
Vocational programs saw one of the highest numbers of student enrollment in fall 2023, according to the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center.
College student sends 456 applications—this is how many jobs he was offered
Michigan student Oliver Wu told Newsweek there were times when he completed between "15 to 20 applications a day."
More Four-Year Colleges Should Offer Two-Year Degrees
Schools with the means should lead the way.
To Revitalize Higher Ed, Colleges Should Care About Character
Not long ago, attaining a college degree was among the most universally esteemed aspirations in this country. Not anymore.
Save D(iversity) and I(nclusion)—by Getting Rid of E(quity)
Diversity and inclusion are critical in a 21st century America, but "equity" as currently understood is a poison fruit that threatens to destroy the whole tree.
Higher Ed Must Support DEIA Efforts Effectively
The path to inclusion can be messy, and mistakes happen. It is essential for all stakeholders from top leadership to students and staff to learn together and work toward action.
Why so many young men are abandoning college degrees
A large number of men are forgoing college, leading to a gap between university-educated men and women, a new study found.
Red state colleges face an abortion headache
Prospective students are factoring in abortion policy when making decisions about where to apply for college.