Campus construction projects can be funded in a variety of ways—including through federal and state programs, bond issues, public-private partnerships, and, of course, fundraising.
Over the past decade, large state cuts in higher ed funding have contributed to tuition increases. In seven states, published tuition has risen over 60%, and it has more than doubled at Louisiana's four-year schools.
Higher education has a cost transparency problem. But beyond the moral and ethical reasons that institutions should be completely clear about price, there is a practical argument: Colleges have nothing to lose by being transparent, says guest columnist Jason Reinoehl, vice president for strategic enrollment management at the University of Dayton in Ohio.
ISAs protect students from getting financially steamrolled and help institutions to consider and, hopefully, implement the necessary business model changes they will need to thrive, says guest columnist Richard Price, a research fellow for higher education at the Clayton Christensen Institute.
Higher ed institutions are offering more flexible schedules to accommodate the needs of today's college students, who are often working adults. Options include late-start courses, mini-semesters, and block schedules that allow undergrads to enroll in just one course at a time.
The origins of the ethical dilemma in college admissions have been evident for some time. Now, thanks to a few celebrities and the Entertainment Tonight program, they've come to the forefront. For colleges and universities, this is more than just a crisis of confidence; it's a case for improving risk management, says guest columnist Jean Close, a partner in The Bonadio Group's Healthcare/Tax Exempt Division.
In this web seminar, presenters discussed key strategies and crucial best practices that any college or university can apply when transitioning to a sustainable business model for the future. Sponsored content by Kaufman Hall.
Nothing signals spring like the arrival of opening day for Major League Baseball. Long heralded as America’s pastime, baseball now faces daunting challenges on the road ahead. Like baseball, higher education now finds itself in a perfect storm – perhaps, in danger of losing its fan base as a result of shifting demographics, craven competition, […]
I love etymology, which is the study of word origins and how word meanings have changed over time. Here are some intriguing items I found in a recent Google search: Tragedy comes from a Greek word for “song of the male goat.” Curfew comes from two French words combined to mean “[to] cover fire.” (Since […]
The report outlines how higher education leaders view the current business environment, what challenges are facing institutions today and in the future, and the four key opportunities for growth that can help colleges and universities succeed in 2019 and beyond. Sponsored content by Kaufman Hall.
