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California Bill Would Create ‘Black-Serving Institution’ Designation

California Bill Would Create ‘Black-Serving Institution’ Designation

Inside Higher Ed  Sara Weissman May 26, 2024 Some lawmakers and higher ed leaders in California want a state-level designation highlighting colleges and universities serving Black students well. A California bill, which passed the state Senate last week and is making its way to the Assembly, would recognize colleges and universities in the […]

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Over 120 Republican lawmakers urge Cardona to rescind debt relief proposals

Over 120 Republican lawmakers urge Cardona to rescind debt relief proposals

Higher Ed Dive  Natalie Schwartz May 21, 2024 They asked the education secretary to ditch a draft rule that would clear debts for certain borrowers, such as those facing ballooning interest. Dive Brief: More than 120 Republican lawmakers are urging U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to rescind draft regulations aimed at providing […]

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The School Certifying Resource Matrix is live! 

The School Certifying Resource Matrix is live! 

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs  May 21, 2024 Greetings School Certifying Official, The Veterans Benefits Administration Education Service (EDU) is proud to announce the official release of the School Certifying Official (SCO) Resource Matrix. This new tool is an all-in-one resource for you and other GI Bill® partners to assist in […]

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Current Term Enrollment Estimates: Spring 2024

Current Term Enrollment Estimates: Spring 2024

National Student Clearinghouse Research Center  May 22, 2024 Undergraduate enrollment grew 2.5 percent (+359,000) in spring 2024, marking the second consecutive semester of enrollment growth following years of decline during the pandemic. Gains occurred across all major sector groups, but the majority (55.7%) of this increase is due to community […]

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ED Delays Initial Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment Reporting Until October 1, and Releases Multiple Additional Guidance Documents

ED Delays Initial Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment Reporting Until October 1, and Releases Multiple Additional Guidance Documents

Faegre Drinker  Jonathan Tarnow and Sarah L. Pheasant May 21, 2024 At a Glance On March 29, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education delayed initial institutional reporting obligations under its Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment (FVT/GE) regulations to October 1, 2024. On April 5, the Department announced a new […]

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Doug Crawford: Why Trade Schools Are the Future of Education

Doug Crawford: Why Trade Schools Are the Future of Education

Financial Sense May 20, 2024 May 20, 2024 – Welcome to today’s Lifetime Planning podcast, where we explore the growing significance of trade schools in our rapidly changing job market. Our special guest, Doug Crawford from Best Trade Schools, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the discussion. As the […]

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