BestColleges

JANUARY 27, 2023

Unfortunately for higher education, this situation isn't an aberration. Add that four-year opportunity cost together with student loan debt and the calculus doesn't make sense to a growing number of young adults — especially when a company as exalted as Google tells them they don't need a bachelor's degree to work there.

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DC College Counseling

JUNE 12, 2024

The University System of Maryland’s 12 schools and three higher education centers saw a decrease of 15.6% Students applying during the upcoming admissions cycle for the Class of 2029 (those currently finishing their junior year) will still be grandfathered into the current test-optional admissions process.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 16, 2022

But, Pell Grant recipients also accrue more student loan debt. [7]. President Biden intends to double the maximum Pell Grant amount by 2029. Pell Grants are supposed to help improve access to higher education for students and their families who can't afford it otherwise. Check Circle. Check Circle. Check Circle.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 3, 2024

The 2024 presidential election is sure to shine a spotlight on higher education policy issues. One such issue has been a point of contention for many years now: student loan debt relief. His Department of Education (ED) gathered a panel to discuss a potential "Plan B" debt forgiveness program in October, November, and December.

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BestColleges

MARCH 13, 2023

Biden recommitted to doubling the Pell Grant by 2029 in his latest budget proposal. President Joe Biden recommitted to some of his dormant higher education promises in his 2024 budget proposal. Another Pell Grant Increase Biden announced with last year's budget proposal that he wanted to double the maximum Pell Grant by 2029.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2023

Two Supreme Court decisions involving affirmative action and student loan debt forgiveness are sure to capture headlines. Meanwhile, growing unrest in China could have ripple effects that'll impact higher education in the U.S. higher education may also grab headlines in the upcoming year.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 2, 2023

Federal Student Aid would receive more funds to help bolster the office tasked with resuming student loan payments soon. The Democrats' proposal includes an overall cut to higher education programs. Senate Democrats proposed a modest boost to some higher education programs in the party's initial budget proposal.

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