The U.S. Department of Education is considering a new definition of “professional” students that would limit how much some graduate students can borrow in federal loans. Experts warn the change could worsen health care workforce shortages by discouraging advanced training.
Large majorities of students believe their investment in higher ed is worthwhile, that their degrees will lead to jobs and that they can express themselves freely on campus
A Lumina-Gallup report finds most students say college supports open dialogue and builds job-ready skills, but many still question whether the price is fair.
Re-enrollment strategies are most impactful when framed not simply as short-term fixes, but as long-term investments in people, institutions and communities.
For decades, federal policymaking has invested in college access support on the grounds that we have a public interest in helping these students succeed.
States and colleges are showing renewed interest in three-year bachelor’s degrees as a way to lower costs and speed graduation, with Massachusetts recently approving pilot programs. Support from accreditors and policymakers is helping fuel the trend.
