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Lower-Income Students More Stressed Over College Admissions
Students from lower-income backgrounds are more likely to experience stress and anxiety when applying to college, a new report finds.
California Proposal Would Widen Online College Options
If passed, California students would have more online college options but without many of the consumer protection laws they enjoy.
Here’s How Harvard Is Helping Online Students and Grads Network In-Person
Harvard Business School Online’s annual Connext event gives online students what many say they want: in-person networking.
Trump Budget Proposal Eliminates Childcare Subsidy for Parenting College Students
The president’s budget would cut all $75 million in funding for the Child Care Access Means Parents in School program.
University of Maryland Launches Free Online AI Skills Certificate
The free skills program, offered through the Robert H. Smith School of Business, is designed for working professionals seeking a career transition to the private sector.
This MBA Program Is Using AI to Boost Human Skills
Tulane is embracing experiential learning and AI in its MBA program as part of a growing trend in business education.
Can the Trump Admin Use FAFSA Data for Immigration Enforcement?
FAFSA data may signal whether a student has a parent or spouse who is an undocumented immigrant to the U.S.
N.C. Proposes $73M for High-Wage, High-Demand Career Education for Community Colleges
The North Carolina Senate’s budget proposal includes funding for Propel NC, which community college leaders say will prioritize educating students for high-paying, in-demand jobs.
Should You Pay Off Student Loans Early?
Learn whether it’s beneficial — both in the short and long term — for borrowers to pay off their student loans early.
ROI Is More Important Than Rankings for Business Students: Report
A new report from GMAC found that business students are prioritizing return on investment in their search for a school.
These Degrees Can Help Students Land Recession-Proof Jobs
Some careers are better positioned than others to weather a potential economic downturn.
Selective Colleges Reinstate Testing, See Drop in Applications
Many top universities saw applications decline thanks to testing requirements, while others were happy to welcome thousands more applicants seeking test-free options.