Higher Education Trends: Key Insights & Analysis
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The Heritage Foundation releases sweeping model bill to overhaul higher ed
The conservative think tank framed the proposal as a way for state lawmakers to “codify the principles” of the Trump administration’s higher ed compact.
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Aug 9, 2026
Minnesota State Mankato to undergo layoffs, hike tuition amid $22M shortfall
Despite strong enrollment, the public university said it’s facing a large budget hole due to stagnant state funding.
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Aug 9, 2026
Culture eats strategy for breakfast — but not always for college mergers
While cultural discordance needs careful consideration, it doesn't trump strong strategy, argues an expert on college consolidation.
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Aug 7, 2026
Fitch: New visa limits could hurt international enrollment and revenue
Financial pressure will be greatest on institutions with weaker student demand and greater reliance on tuition and fee revenue, analysts wrote.
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Aug 7, 2026