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4 Things to Know About In-State Tuition Benefits for Undocumented Students
The federal government is suing states that offer in-state tuition to noncitizens. These state laws were once bipartisan efforts.
Legislatures Require Colleges to Cut Degrees in Low Demand
Republicans in multiple states passed laws this year pushing institutions to ax academic programs that graduate few students—and requiring them to appeal to state leaders if they want exemptions. Faculty lament the trend.
State Lawmaker Asks HHS to Investigate Texas A&M
Despite Reservations, Florida Approves New Accreditor
The State University System of Florida’s Board of Governors moved forward with plans to start a new accreditor. But the board has questions about how it will work.
Florida Board of Governors to Vote on New Accreditor
The State University System of Florida’s governing board will decide Friday whether to form a new accrediting agency with other state systems. The move would be controversial.
For New Grant, Ed Dept. Favors Colleges With ‘Civic’ Schools
The federal government is funding educational seminars about the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Applying institutions get a leg up if they have what are often criticized as conservative centers.
Austin Community College Joins Fight Over Noncitizens’ In-State Tuition
Backed by civil rights groups, Texas undocumented students and Austin Community College are pushing back on the speedy dismantling of in-state tuition benefits for noncitizens.