We’re rounding up last week’s stories, from the federal government’s new probes and deals to the impact of policy shifts on the higher education sector.

  By SS  Aug 8, 2025

Low-income students have become less likely to enroll at research universities and pursue high-return fields than their higher-income peers, a study found.

  By SS  Aug 8, 2025

Nearly 40 public and private institutions are participating, and many will include merit-based scholarships with their fall 2026 acceptance offers.

  By SS  Aug 8, 2025

The state’s flagship could eliminate academic programs and offer voluntary separation packages to make the cuts, its chancellor said.

  By SS  Aug 8, 2025