As college enrollment decreases nationwide, liberal arts colleges need all the more reason to stick out from large universities. Study abroad is uniquely positioned to enhance their value proposition.

At least five new presidents will be entering higher ed in 2025; one as early as January. Also: one leader mysteriously steps down.

Here is how college and university leaders are answering criticisms about affordability as application season kicks back into full swing.

A growing number of colleges offering direct admissions, a little-known practice that gives students a fast-track to college, bypassing essays, recommendation letters and sometimes even the application itself. The practice is gaining steam among colleges hoping to balance their enrollment.