National news remains fixated on controversies at elite campuses, skewing the public's perception of the institutions that serve the majority of students.
A recent Senate hearing examined ways to improve college financial transparency—from true costs to aid packages—to help families make informed choices. Lawmakers also discussed alternatives to four-year degrees to reduce costs.
In 2025, majors that once sat on the periphery are surging. BestColleges lists business administration, healthcare administration, mathematics and statistics among the nation's most in-demand fields.
A growing number of U.S. colleges are turning to retired military officers to lead their institutions, valuing their backgrounds in strategy, management and crisis response. Leaders say their new roles reflect a continued commitment to public service and developing future generations.
The average 2025-26 tuition-and-fees sticker price for public two-year colleges is $4,150, which is an increase of 2.7% (or $110) for full-time students compared to last fall, according to an annual report on college pricing and student aid trends from the College Board.
As student-athletes capitalize on their personal brands, new opportunities—and liabilities—are emerging for universities, athletic conferences, donors and sponsors.
Despite universities' cybersecurity advancements, hackers are still succeeding with advanced phishing techniques. Here's how schools can improve their first line of defense.
In an era defined by mounting financial pressure, the question is no longer if a merger or acquisition might be necessary, but what makes a deal successful.
Two-thirds of the colleges surveyed have no official policy about the use of GenAI in applications essays. Still, many admissions officers are wary of the technology.
