Should colleges share the risk of student loan debt? House Republicans think so
House Republicans have a plan that would force schools to reimburse the government for a share of the federal loans their students don't repay.
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All the ways the Trump administration is going after colleges and universities
In seeking to reshape elite universities, the Trump administration is using several tactics, including freezing federal grants and contracts, and threatening colleges' tax-exempt status.
International students look to the U.K. instead of the U.S., as Trump squeezes visas
Planned U.S. visa restrictions are causing students around the world to consider going to the United Kingdom instead.
In hearings, McMahon faces questions about the shrinking federal role in schools and colleges
In separate hearings on Capitol Hill this week, the Education Secretary answered questions about a range of issues, from student loans to mental health programs.
Rubio's move to revoke Chinese students' visas sparks condemnation
The U.S. says it will revoke visas for Chinese students who study in "critical fields" or have links to China's Communist Party. The move could harm U.S. innovation and science research capacity.
Judge blocks Trump administration's effort to bar Harvard from enrolling international students
The preliminary injunction prevents the federal government from revoking Harvard's ability to enroll international students.
Rubio says U.S. will 'aggressively' revoke visas for many Chinese students
The announcement to revoke visas is the most drastic move yet to curtail the numbers of international students studying in the U.S.
Losing faith: Rural religious colleges are among the most endangered
Some religious colleges and universities are cutting programs. Others are seeking mergers to reduce costs and expand offerings.
Carolina University announces death of President Charles Petitt
Petitt led the school for more than two decades, presiding over its transition from Piedmont International University to Carolina University in 2020.
More states are allowing community colleges to offer bachelor's degrees
Diminishing access to four-year universities and majors has been holding rural students back. Community colleges say they can bridge the gap.