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How the latest ruling on federal loans limits borrowing

Federal officials argue that capping graduate loans will pressure postgraduate programs to rein in tuition and shrink the nation’s trillion-dollar student debt load.

Education Department to abandon its mostly vacant headquarters

The move marks another step in the Trump administration's plans to shrink the government's role in education.

Despite debt, completing college is worth its value

College graduates earn a hefty premium over non-completers, according to a one-of-its-kind study examining debt-adjusted earnings.

Feds want advice on deregulating financial aid system

Trump administration and the Department of Education are welcoming education stakeholders to provide insight on streamlining student loans.

Here is one big way the private sector can step up amid shrinking federal support

Institutions will need to seek more partners in the private philanthropic space to help support student financial aid. Income-based loans are one way to maximize contributions, according to these nonprofit leaders.

What happened to loan borrowers’ repayment plans?

Loan borrowers' access to income-driven repayment plans and forgiveness have been thrown into limbo by a recent Department of Education memo.

These 3 big campus movements will falter under new administration

A trio of left-leaning campaigns in higher ed have lost momentum as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House.

How a looming Trump presidency is already affecting college life

President-elect Donald Trump's aggressive stance on immigration has led some institutions and related organizations to begin issuing guidance to students ahead of his inauguration.

Why proving program ROI is higher ed’s latest challenge

Funneling colleges' financial aid data and institutional costs into one location will require an unprecedented level of cross-departmental collaboration, says one Title IV expert.

Higher ed’s hefty price tag forces students to reconsider its value

College leaders need to communicate the true cost of a college degree, a new report declares. Here's where your potential applicants need more understanding.