Higher Education Trends: Key Insights & Analysis
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FY26 budget plan would slash maximum Pell Grant by nearly a quarter
The Education Department's proposal would also radically reduce funding for Federal Work-Study and require a bigger employer contribution.
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Jun 4, 2025
Illinois lawmakers pass bill to establish direct admissions program
Participating public universities will set GPA standards each year for first-time and transfer students to gain automatic entry.
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Jun 4, 2025
College parents speak out in new survey: Weekly updates, mental health info and more access needed
CampusESP’s latest national survey of 32,000+ college families reveals new expectations — and frustrations — from higher ed’s most overlooked audience.
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Jun 3, 2025
Week in review: Trump administration targets Chinese student visas
We’re rounding up last week’s news, from another crackdown on international students to a new lawsuit against the National Science Foundation.
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Jun 3, 2025