Larry Summers hit with lifetime ban by high-profile economics club over Epstein ties
Former Harvard president Larry Summers has been barred from one of the most prestigious scholarly associations in the country over his close ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Student loan borrowers may qualify for lower monthly payments. Here's how
Many student loan borrowers may soon be able to update their repayment plan that lowers their monthly bill. Here's why.
New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
Larry Summers leaving Harvard job amid increased backlash over Epstein ties
Harvard also confirmed the former university president will take leave from Kennedy School center directorship.
Veterans discharged for refusing COVID vaccine may qualify to have GI Bill benefits restored
Thousands of U.S. service members who were discharged from service for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
Trump administration plans to dismantle parts of Education Department. What it means for student loans
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
MacKenzie Scott donates over $700 million to HBCUs
The billionaire first began donating money to Historically Black Colleges and Universities back in 2020.
Students in these states spend more of their income on education, according to analysis
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
President Trump issues ‘Fostering the Future’ executive order to support children in foster care
Children in foster care are getting more help in securing a stable future thanks to a new executive order signed by President Trump on Thursday.
States add gun safety to school curriculums
Several states, including Arkansas, Tennessee and Utah, have passed new laws requiring schools to teach gun safety to students as young as five.
Department of Education sued by states over new loan forgiveness rule
The Education Department recently announced specific guidelines employers must meet under an amended rule to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness for some borrowers working in public service
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
Ranked: Best & worst college towns for 2025
When trying to decide what college to attend, besides academics, there are many factors like living expenses and social environment, that play a role in a student’s decision on where to pursue their degree.
Students learn skills of restoring vintage cars in one-of-a-kind program at Kansas college
McPherson College students learn everything from engine rebuilding to painting panels to welding joints and sewing upholstery.
Trump makes some student loan forgiveness changes: What to know
Borrowers under certain repayment plans are eligible to have their student loan debt cancelled.
Jane Goodall cause of death revealed: Report
Jane Goodall, iconic primatologist and conservationist, died at 91. Her cause of death was revealed Monday.
Canvas website down for several hours Monday for students after AWS outage
Many college and K-12 students were unable to access assignments or course materials Monday morning as the learning management platform Canvas reported widespread connectivity issues caused by an Amazon Web Services outage.
Trump administration may sell student loan debt. What it means for borrowers
Top Trump administration officials are exploring the possibility of selling some of the student debt portfolio, which covers millions of borrowers, to the private market.
Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands
Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.