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University of Phoenix to Affiliate With University of Idaho
After deal with Arkansas system breaks down, a new entity created by Idaho is poised to buy and manage the for-profit giant as a nonprofit university.
Cardona Clashes With Republicans
Secretary Cardona fielded questions about the Education Department’s student loan policies and proposals for transgender student athletes during the nearly five-hour hearing, which became contentious at times.
DeSantis Signs Bill to Defund DEI
Biden Administration Hears From 132,000 and Counting on Title IX Rule
The rule would prevent blanket bans on transgender athletes participating in the sport that matches their gender identity, but some groups want the Education Department to do more to protect this group of students.
Federal Student Aid Funding Woes Complicate Resuming Student Loan Payments
Experts and advocates worry that the Education Department lacks adequate funds and won’t be able to prevent high rates of default and delinquency when student loan payments eventually turn back on.
Resolution Blocking Debt-Relief Plan Clears House Committee
‘Huge Sense of Relief’: How New FAFSA Could Help Homeless Students
On the new form, students will have to answer fewer questions about their status as unaccompanied homeless youth. Advocates are hoping the changes make it easier for students to access financial aid but worry about implementation.
Few Changes Planned to Foreign Gift Reporting Requirements
The Biden administration is largely sticking with Trump-era requirements that outline how colleges should disclose foreign gifts of more than $250,000. Higher education associations had urged the department to rethink its approach.