More states are letting community colleges offer bachelor's degrees, expanding access for rural students. This shift aims to fill workforce gaps and provide affordable education options.
Technology investments offer exciting opportunities to enhance the student experience and streamline operations, but they must be balanced against the financial realities many institutions face.
Perception of higher education from current students and unenrolled adults is climbing back up to historic highs despite persisting issues with cost and mental health, a new report from Lumina Foundation and Gallup asserts.
From energy optimization to predictive maintenance, colleges and universities are adopting smarter facility strategiesbacked by data, designed for flexibility and focused on long-term value.
A third of college graduates feel their degrees were a waste, according to an Indeed survey, though research shows dissatisfaction is more common among those with humanities or arts degrees than in fields like engineering or computer science.
With study time significantly lower than in past generations, experts argue colleges must reset expectations—encouraging full-time students to treat their education as a 35-hour-per-week commitment.
