Today: September 15, 2024
Today: September 15, 2024

College

Education|News

ACT test scores for US students drop to new 30-year low

High school students’ scores on the ACT college admissions test have dropped to their lowest in more than three decades, showing a lack of student preparedness for college-level coursework, according to the nonprofit organization that administers the test

ACT test scores for US students drop to new 30-year low
Business|Education|Entertainment|News

While the news industry struggles, college students are supplying some memorable journalism

An investigation into academic research leads to the resignation of Stanford University's president

While the news industry struggles, college students are supplying some memorable journalism
Sports

Memphis recruit Mikey Williams reaches plea deal in gun case; no jail time expected

Star Memphis basketball recruit Mikey Williams has pleaded guilty to one felony charge in a gun case, and one of his attorneys said he does not expect the 19-year-old to face jail time

Memphis recruit Mikey Williams reaches plea deal in gun case; no jail time expected
Education

7 strategies to help gifted autistic students succeed in college

Self-advocacy and taking initiative have proven critical for autistic students who are also gifted, new research shows.

7 strategies to help gifted autistic students succeed in college
Business|Education|News

Oklahoma's oldest Native American school, Bacone College, is threatened by debts and disrepair

Oklahoma's oldest Native American school is nearing the brink of closure as years of poor financial decisions, inconsistent leadership and disrepair threaten what was once a haven for Indigenous academics

Oklahoma's oldest Native American school, Bacone College, is threatened by debts and disrepair
Sports

Family ties link a small group of NFL combine invitees to famous football fathers

Joe Alt had the perfect role model growing up in Minnesota

Family ties link a small group of NFL combine invitees to famous football fathers
Education|News|Political

Education Department starts sending financial aid data to colleges after months of delays

After months of delays and technical hiccups, some colleges and universities have started to receive federal data they need to put together financial aid offers for incoming students

Education Department starts sending financial aid data to colleges after months of delays
Education|News

College will cost up to $95,000 this fall. Schools say it's OK, financial aid can numb sticker shock

As more than 2 million graduating high school students from across the United States finalize their decisions on what college to attend this fall, many are facing jaw-dropping costs that can be as much as $95,000

College will cost up to $95,000 this fall. Schools say it's OK, financial aid can numb sticker shock
Education

Most Philly public school students have college ambitions − but their level of preparation depends on which high school they attend

A sociologist and former high school math teacher found that Philadelphia students face starkly different expectations for college depending on what type of school they attend.

Most Philly public school students have college ambitions − but their level of preparation depends on which high school they attend
Education

College may not be the ‘great equalizer’ − luck and hiring practices also play a role, a sociologist explains

A new study finds that hiring practices, not a bachelor’s degree, may be the ‘great equalizer’ of opportunity for some soon-to-be grads.

College may not be the ‘great equalizer’ − luck and hiring practices also play a role, a sociologist explains
Education|Opinion

Is college worth it? Poll finds only 36% of Americans have confidence in higher education

A new poll finds Americans are increasingly skeptical about the value and cost of college

Is college worth it? Poll finds only 36% of Americans have confidence in higher education
Education

Michigan caddie earns full college tuition through Evans Scholars Program

Michigan caddie earns full college tuition through Evans Scholars Program

Michigan caddie earns full college tuition through Evans Scholars Program

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