Colleges Shortchanging Needy Students in Battle for Prestige, Money
Many students who receive Pell Grants pay high tuition at their colleges, as institutional aid is used to compete for other students, a new report says. Read Full Post >
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May 08, 2013
April 09, 2013
Two Pell Grant Pathways Proposed in College Board Report
A new report suggests divvying up the Pell Grants into two programs,one for traditional age undergraduates and one for adults 25 and older. Read Full Post >
November 07, 2012
Youth Vote Propels Obama to Second Term
Young voters turn out at same pace as last presidential election to help give Obama a second term. Read Full Post >
September 17, 2012
Glimpse of Potential Cuts for Higher Ed. If Deficit Deal Fails
The White House releases a glimpse of potential higher education cuts if Congress fails to come up with a long-term deficit-reduction deal. Read Full Post >
August 14, 2012
New Obama Ad Hits Romney-Ryan on Higher Ed. Policy
A new Obama campaign ad and Rep. Paul Ryan's entrance onto the Republican ticket have put college costs back into the campaign spotlight. Read Full Post >
July 09, 2012
New Information Available on Higher Education Funding Database
New America Foundation's Federal Education Budget Project releases new information for its education funding database. Read Full Post >
July 05, 2012
Students Celebrate Loan-Interest Win, But Brace for Other Changes
President is expected to permanently sign into law lower student loan interest rates, but borrowers eligibility is limited on other fronts. Read Full Post >
May 30, 2012
Report Criticizes Partnerhips Between Colleges and Banks
US PIRG issues report critical of colleges entering relationships with banks that leave students with high fees. Read Full Post >
May 01, 2012
Louisiana Study Finds Academic Preparation is Better Indicator of College Success Than Aid
Study of Louisiana community college students shows academic preparation was strongest indicator of success over being a recipient of financial aid. Read Full Post >
April 25, 2012
Report Calls for End to Education Tax Credits to Save Pell Grants
Report from Education Sector suggests education tax credits be eliminated and funds redirected to supporting low-income students through Pell Grants. Read Full Post >
