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Do tuition resets work? Why new data shows you’re asking the wrong question

Reducing sticker price alone won't solve a college's challenges, but it can play a vital role in your institution's overall marketing and recruitment strategy.

Dual enrollment: How to enhance results for underserved students

One university has expanded college access to over 550 K12 schools by reducing barriers for rural and neurodivergent students.

Why these three-year degree pilots are sparking strong pushback

Accelerated bachelor's degrees prioritize speed over academic integrity, threatening students' intellectual development, two educators organizations contend.

FAFSA completion reaches new heights, on track to break record

The rate of high school students from low-income and high-minority neighborhoods applying for financial aid has increased by over 60% since last year.

The 10 most expensive states to attend college

High costs for on-campus housing and board propelled New Jersey into first place for the third consecutive year, according to this ranking.

What’s launching FAFSA toward historic completion rates this year?

Between lightning-fast completion times and innovative state policy, FAFSA completion rates are up 12% over the Class of 2023, according to the National College Attainment Network. 

Percentage of first-generation students drops. Is it a good sign?

The college population is made up of 13% fewer first-generation learners than in 1996, but degree attainment has risen.

Why the Simplified FAFSA may finally prove its worth this year

Following two delayed rollouts, FAFSA got off to a record start this year and may reach one of its highest completion rates.

How to help reduced financial aid offices better support students

Financial aid offices are buckling under rising demands and shrinking resources, impacting student services, according to a five-year report from NASFAA.

Private colleges continue to best their tuition discount rates

Early projections indicate that tuition discounts for first-time undergraduates during the 2024-25 academic year rose to 56.3%, according to this NACUBO survey.