Playing the Merit Aid Game at Public Regional Colleges
Public flagships and research universities are not the only institutions making significant investments in non-need-based aid.
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Scared of student loan debt? Check out state loan programs.
State loan programs deserve more attention and study as part of the larger student loan debate.
How Do Public Flagship Universities Stack Up in Terms of Merit Aid?
Even with generous merit aid being given by universities, but there are disparities among how much of this aid is being used.
Child Care Assistance Laws Blocking Parents’ Potential
States should ensure their policies motivate parents to pursue education, instead of placing roadblocks in their path to financial security.
How Public Colleges Use Merit Aid to Compete in the Out-of-State Student Arms Race
Three Years of Lower Student Loan Interest Rates: Borrowers Save $36 Billion
Interest rates on federal student loans are set to drop for the 2015-16 school year.
New Bipartisan Caucus aims to re-energize Capitol Hill support for HBCUs
The past few years have been tough for Historically Black Colleges and Universities because of a combination of factors.
The Sudden Yet Long-Expected Death of Corinthian College, Plus Polling
Higher Ed Happy Hour Episode 6: Andrew, Libby and Kevin pick apart the Corinthian College bankruptcy and new higher ed poll findings.
Does Senator Alexander Want Less Burden or Better Information? He/We Can Have Both!
Senator Alexander holds a hearing on consumer choice and information today.