BestColleges

MAY 22, 2023

As her internship at Data for Progress (DFP), a progressive research firm, was coming to an end, Bella Kumar, a student climate activist at The George Washington University (GW), decided to pitch an idea — a data investigation into higher education's funding from fossil fuels.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

As a “lifer,” Fordham wasn't eligible to participate in prison education programs, but he fought back and earned a diploma, vocational certificates, and an associate degree from Miami Dade College. The college program offers incarcerated men in South Florida the opportunity to earn college educations behind bars. Fordham said.

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BestColleges

JUNE 3, 2024

Students from the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau are guaranteed in-state tuition at all U.S. public higher education institutions. These students also qualify for Pell Grant, Federal Work-Study, and Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant programs. Students do not need to pay back this grant.

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#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $8 million to expand Early College programs, including a $60,000 Capacity Grant to support existing Early College programs at Franklin Cummings Tech and an additional $100,000 Planning Grant for the college to develop an Early College program in partnership with CityLab Innovation High School in Revere.

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#LetsBFRANK: The College Admissions Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

million grant from the Yawkey Foundation. Announced at the topping off ceremony for the college’s new Nubian Square campus building in Roxbury, the grant will support the creation of the campus’s new student center and strengthen the mission of Boston’s only technical college as it marks a new era in its history. “We

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Ruffaloni

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The Department of Education met the legislative requirement to open the FAFSA by December 31—but only technically. The SAI is used to determine what amount of federal, state, or institutional need-based aid a student might receive to assist with college costs ( we dove into this in more detail in this blog ).

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Admitted

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Financial aid discussions have centered on simplifying FAFSA and increasing federal Pell Grants – all important – but federal student aid policies are only one funding source for families trying to determine how to pay for college. However, the reality is these institutional grants are not fairly distributed.

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EAB

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Beginning July 2023, over 700,000 incarcerated adults will become Pell Grant eligible , enabling qualified students to pursue federally funded college education for the first time since the 1990s. While the current educational landscape for incarcerated students may be sparse, this wasn’t always the case.

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BestColleges

MAY 9, 2024

The MassEducate program, if approved, would give all Massachusetts residents free tuition and fees at state community colleges. Residents making 125% or less of the state median income would qualify for an additional $1,200 stipend. Thanks to the state's Tuition Equity Law, non-U.S. If the $75.5

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BestColleges

MAY 13, 2024

House Bill 24-1340, also known as the Colorado Promise Act, would give students from families earning $90,000 or less annually a tax credit covering tuition and fees after grants and scholarships are used. Other Colorado Free Education Programs Some Colorado schools already offer free tuition to students under a certain income threshold.

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BestColleges

JANUARY 29, 2024

There are many state and federal resources available to graduating high school students to help make a college education more affordable," Murphy said in a press release. Without filling out important applications, students could unknowingly be leaving money on the table that could have enabled them to pursue higher education.

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Admissions.Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If one sentence could sum up the state of financing an American college education in 2024 it would be, “The more things change the more things stay the same.” Students with significant financial need may receive need-based aid in the form of grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and subsidized loans.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A survey of professors from a dozen states in the South found that over 1 in 3 faculty members have applied for a job in academia outside of their state in the past two years or plan to soon. However, issues like the state's political climate (53.3%) and academic freedom (49.6%) were also primary reasons.

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BestColleges

MAY 20, 2024

The lawsuit claims data shows the university gave more grant aid to Black students than to other student groups. The lawsuit follows a similar interpretation stated in a letter Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost sent to that state's college and university leaders. Supreme Court's 2023 race-conscious admissions ban.

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BestColleges

JULY 31, 2024

Maura Healey signed the $58 billion state budget July 29. The budget establishes the MassEducate free-tuition program for all state residents, including undocumented students. Massachusetts is also the only state to offer a free nursing school education across a whole college system. Maura Healey signed the $57.78

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BestColleges

JANUARY 24, 2024

citizens to lose out on state or institutional financial aid. State and institutional deadlines for financial aid applications are fast approaching, so without a fix, these students could lose out on grants to help fund their college education. The issue could potentially cause students with parents who are not U.S.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Furthermore, a study by the American Council on Education suggests that 55% of college presidents plan on stepping down after five years of service. She also cited the political climate surrounding education and dealing with state legislators, adding that not every president is good at or wants to play political games.

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BestColleges

MARCH 29, 2024

Summary Check 55% of educators surveyed in 2021 reported that they were thinking of leaving the profession earlier than planned. In just the last few years, a record number of teachers reported experiencing burnout and average compensation for educators has consistently remained low.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 8, 2024

The state doubled funding for a program that pays student teachers up to $15,000 while they earn their degree. Pennsylvania is reinvesting millions into higher education in 2025 "after decades of inaction." Josh Shapiro initially signed the state's bipartisan fiscal year 2024-25 budget into law on July 11.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

People incarcerated at Jessup Correctional Institution in Maryland now have the opportunity to gain a fully accredited bachelor's degree in sociology from Bowie State University. Tuition for students is free, courtesy of the Second Chance Pell Grant program. The program will expand to include incarcerated women in the spring of 2024.

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BestColleges

DECEMBER 12, 2023

states over the last 30 years. Reparations must directly benefit Black students and HBCUs that suffered from decades of neglect by federal and state governments. Earlier this year, the Department of Education reported that land grant, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in 16 states have been underfunded by $12.6

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

California State University, Dominguez Hills teamed up with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to offer a master's degree program for incarcerated students. Parham said that the HUX program affirmed the university's mission of social justice and "transformative education." CSUDH President Thomas A.

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Humbach Education Consulting

APRIL 27, 2023

The college financial aid process can be a daunting one but with the rising cost of tuition and other educational expenses, applying for financial aid has become crucial. This number should be listed on every award you’re granted. Are these grants or scholarships renewable, meaning you’ll receive them every year?

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Ivy Central

JUNE 5, 2023

The Class of 2027 welcomes students who represent all 50 states and 102 countries, underscoring Harvard's global appeal and commitment to cultivating a diverse community. Harvard College recognizes the financial burdens of higher education and remains dedicated to supporting admitted students in their pursuit of knowledge and personal growth.

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BestColleges

APRIL 9, 2024

The Andrew Young Center for Global Leadership's (AYCGL) Higher Education in Prisons Program began in 2020 and has served over 180 incarcerated students. The federal government is helping Morehouse College expand and strengthen its prison education program. Thomas said in a press release.

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Ruffaloni

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Lee was a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark on higher education and in our hearts. Lee had a lifelong dedication to higher education, both as a professional and as a student. He would go on to create the ACT National Center for the Advancement of Educational Practices, serving as the executive director.

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BestColleges

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The frequency of pay may vary by state, but multiple students connected to the Payment for Placements (P4P) movement told BestColleges that they know of social work students who have secured a paid placement at their local VA hospital. These agencies, however, often go by different names in different states.

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Ruffaloni

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the last few months, direct admissions programs at Niche, the College Board, and even state-run higher education programs have received renewed media attention. Supporters of direct admissions believe that participation in direct admission programs help more students see that a college education isn’t out of reach.

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HEM (Higher Education Marketing)

JUNE 19, 2024

Reading Time: 11 minutes As an educational institution looking to thrive and grow, increasing student enrollment is likely a top priority. To stay ahead, educational institutions must continuously innovate and implement strategies that appeal to students evolving needs and preferences. Why is student enrollment important?

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Ivy Central

MAY 17, 2023

UCSB is part of the 10-campus University of California system and is widely recognized as one of the top public universities in the United States. 4.64% of students are out of state and 10.77% are international students. 4,248 admitted students represent the state of California.

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BestColleges

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The state of Georgia owes Fort Valley State University over $603 million, according to the federal government. Alumni from Fort Valley State University, Savannah State University, and Albany State University are suing the state Board of Regents and the state of Georgia, alleging they have underfunded the schools.

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AdmissionSight

MARCH 22, 2023

National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) The National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1898 with the aim of promoting music education and performance in the United States. The NFMC is dedicated to advancing music education and promoting excellence in performance. Louis, Missouri.

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BestColleges

MAY 3, 2023

had a high school level of education or less. As a single demographic, Asian Americans appear to be doing well — high educational attainment, high household incomes — but a closer look by origin group paints a more complicated picture of how some Asian Americans are really doing. Note Reference [1] Check 3 in 4 Indians in the U.S.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 14, 2024

The Cybersecurity Center at Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is one of several programs nationwide that offers experiential learning opportunities to minority and underrepresented students. Without much help from grant funding, MSU Denver was able to turn its experiential learning experience into a paid product.

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BestColleges

AUGUST 16, 2024

Students whose families fall above that threshold will be guaranteed tuition costs no higher than those at the state's flagship university. A small college in Wisconsin with a shrinking enrollment and a modest endowment has unveiled a plan to offer some in-state students free tuition. Folse said in a press release.

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BestColleges

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The College Cost Transparency Initiative's standards include both total cost of attendance and an estimated net price for students after grants and scholarships. Colleges that have committed to the transparency standards include major university systems, like the State University of New York and the University of California.

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StandOut College Prep

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

January Georgia Engineering Foundation Scholarship This grants students various awards ranging from $1,000 – $5,000 to those interested in the field of engineering that display academic excellence, financial need, and have a background in community service. More information here. More information here. More info here.

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