CUNY's Accelerated Study in Associate Programs model has succeeded partly because it offers comprehensive support of students' financial, academic and personal needs.

This shift does not signal a rejection of higher education. Instead, it reflects a demand for choice, clarity and relevance as young people are drawn to careers that evolve alongside innovation.

Overreliance on generative AI could diminish students' critical thinking skills and attention spaces, and also devalue college degrees, survey shows.

Postsecondary enrollment in the U.S. grew by 1% in fall 2025, but heavy losses in one area confirmed some fears.