The number of international students who entered the U.S. in August fell by 19% compared to last year. These schools are already announcing budget cuts.
The report, “50-State Comparison: Civics Education,” examined civics requirements in high schools and colleges. The think tank argues many universities have neglected teaching American history and principles.
The lawsuit claims the Education Department violated the First Amendment by forcing partisan language into workers’ out-of-office emails during the shutdown. It names the Department of Education and Secretary Linda McMahon as defendants.
Transfer students continue to graduate at lower rates than their peers, held back by a system that makes it far too difficult to carry credits across institutions.
By demonstrating clear, tangible pathways from education to employment, institutions don't just prepare students for a first job—they prove the enduring value of a degree.
The Department of Education implores these universities to return to standardized testing, limit international students and freeze tuition for five years.
Seven of the 10 best value colleges in the U.S. are part of the City University of New York network, according to The Wall Street Journal’s 2026 rankings.
California colleges and universities are still missing over $5 million worth of humanities grants, despite one federal district court order to return funds to University of California campuses. Campuses must now scramble for limited, alternative funding.
