The 'Best of the Best' are making extended efforts to recruit, retain and embrace all groups of students on their campuses.

Since 2012 there have been more college closures in the United States than in the previous 40 years combined. Almost 600 schools have disappeared, the vast majority of them private institutions.

Recent enrollment declines and lack of funding have deeply impacted 2-year institutions. Can they make a comeback?

Overbooked for the fall and out of residences, institutions are turning to hotels and even other colleges to add rooms.