Here's why Midland University decided to continue on with extracurriculars for the 2020-21 school year, explains its vice president for enrollment management and marketing, and how safety was addressed.

Dense institutional logistics threaten to hobble colleges' and universities' critical responses to the coronavirus pandemic.

Recent research shows growth in professional judgment requests that lead to some students getting awarded more aid—but financial aid offices may need to do more to ensure awareness of the process and unbiased decision-making.

Data shows big declines for community colleges and first-time students; the national research center notes, however, that huge drops at four-year institutions haven't materialized yet