University of California faculty, staff and students sued the Trump administration, accusing it of using civil rights laws to curb free speech and academic freedom. The lawsuit follows a $1.2 billion funding freeze against UCLA.

As Trump pressures elite universities, HBCUs are seeing more Black students drawn to campuses that affirm their history and identity. But limited financial aid remains a major challenge.

A report by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression found that more than 1,000 U.S. college students were punished for their speech between 2020 and 2024, with 63% facing disciplinary actions.

Mass firings spark concern as Education Department employees say cuts set stage for widespread fraud and abuse.

The university will also make schooling completely free for students from families with annual incomes of $100,000 or less, with financial aid that covers tuition, food, housing, health insurance and travel costs.

President Trump's slashes to higher education institutions and research funding threaten U.S. public health, workers say.

President Trump’s return to office may bring an unexpected boost to UK universities as fewer international students choose to study in the U.S., according to a British Council report.

Under Trump, the department could face underfunding or further understaffing. Disenfranchised students, including students of color and those with disabilities who rely on Title I funding, could be impacted if Trump makes additional cuts to the already underfunded program.