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Legacy Admission Policies Are Being Scrutinized
Feb 1, 2024
Virginia is likely to ban legacy preferences for public colleges next month, making it the first state to do so since the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action.
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Texas Law Has Forced University of Texas Austin To Eliminate Scholarship Program for Undocumented Students
Feb 1, 2024
University of Texas at Austin is eliminating a scholarship program for undocumented students, citing the state’s ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion spending.
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Florida Career College Will Close Later This Month
Feb 1, 2024
Florida Career College, a for-profit institution, will formally close its doors later this month.
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College Enrollment Rates Start to Rise
Feb 1, 2024
Undergraduate enrollment is increasing, according to new data from the National Student Clearinghouse. Community colleges focused on vocational training in particular made major gains last fall.
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Lawmakers Raise Concern with the U.S. Department of Education's Intention to Fine Liberty University
Feb 1, 2024
In a letter to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, three lawmakers expressed concern about the Education Department’s intention to fine Liberty University $37.5 million for allegedly violating the Clery Act.
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The Biden Administration Considers Repealing Obama-Era Policy Allowing Schools to Automatically Charge Students for Course Materials
Feb 1, 2024
For nearly a decade, universities have been able to automatically charge students for books and supplies. The Biden Administration is looking remove this system to increase transparency and student autonomy.
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The Biden Administration Announces Plans to Move Forward with Student Debt Forgiveness for Borrowers with Financial Hardships
Feb 1, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education plans to hold two rulemaking committee hearings in February focusing on student debt forgiveness for borrowers experiencing financial hardships.
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DOJ Joins States in Case Against The NCAA
Feb 1, 2024
This is the first time the federal government has joined a state-led case regarding student transfer flexibility.
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NCAA Under Pressure From Pro-Labor Advocates and Regulators
Feb 1, 2024
A National Labor Relations Board judge is set to conclude the hearing process for a case deciding whether student athletes ought to be classified as employees, as well as if certain rules violate federal labor laws.
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Chair of House Education and Workforce Committee Launches Antisemitism Probe Against the University of Pennsylvania
Feb 1, 2024
Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) launched the investigation after testimony provided by university leaders at the December 12, 2023 House hearing.
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Undocumented Families Have Been Unable to Fill Out New FAFSA Form
Feb 1, 2024
Undocumented applicants and their families have faced problems attempting to fill out the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
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U.S. Department of Education Announces Further Delays in FAFSA
Feb 1, 2024
Colleges and universities may be forced to push back commitment deadlines. Moreover, the delay could discourage low-income students from enrolling and impact overall Fall 2024 enrollments.
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A California State University is Offering Guaranteed Admissions to Local Students
Jan 25, 2024
California State University - Fresno, is promising admission to local high schoolers as early as ninth grade, in an attempt to boost enrollment and build a college-going culture.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Spending is Banned Florida State Colleges
Jan 25, 2024
Florida’s State Board of Education imposed new prohibitions on DEI spending at state colleges.
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Minority Applicants Surge, According to Recent Report
Jan 25, 2024
A new report from the Common Application highlights a jump in underrepresented minority applicants that’s driven by Black and Latino applicants.
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The Biden Administration Proposes Increase in Salaries for Head Start Workers
Jan 25, 2024
A pair of House Education and Workforce Republicans state their opposition to the proposal.
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House Subcommittee Proposes Legislation on the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) of College Athletes
Jan 25, 2024
The question of whether college athletes should be employees looms over the conversation about setting a national standard on name, image and likeness rights.
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'Pregnant Students' Rights' Bill Passes House on Party-Line Vote
Jan 25, 2024
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would require colleges to advise pregnant students of their rights to various accommodations and other services with a 212-207 vote, on a strictly party-line vote.
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Five Elite Universities Agree to Settle Student Aid Antitrust Case for $104.5 Million
Jan 25, 2024
Former students accuse the schools of colluding to limit financial aid packages.
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Members of Congress Call for Investigation into Biden Administration's Rollout of New FAFSA
Jan 25, 2024
Congress is concerned that the delay in the processing of FAFSAs could lead to delays in financial award letters.