March 5, 2026

Florida’s House has passed a bill that would limit nonresident students to no more than 5% of first-time, full-time fall enrollment at certain top universities. The measure aims to prioritize in-state students by further restricting out-of-state admissions. If enacted, it would apply to select institutions to ensure more spots for Florida residents. Key Points House-passed […]

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has determined that data from the COVID-19 maintenance of equity provision in federal pandemic aid is unreliable. This provision aimed to ensure equitable distribution of emergency funds to states and school districts. The analysis highlights implementation challenges and provides lessons for improving oversight in future federal grants. Key Points GAO

Conservative politicians have raised concerns about liberal professors pushing their views on ‘woke’ college campuses, leading to unprecedented involvement in public university operations, including funding right-leaning civic centers. However, a new poll reveals that most college students do not share these concerns and do not perceive such ideological bias from their professors. The findings challenge

A new report examines how for-profit colleges serve Black students, noting they enroll a higher proportion of them compared to other institutions. It highlights that a larger percentage of these students take on debt. The analysis comes from Inside Higher Ed, focusing on enrollment and financial outcomes. Key Points For-profit colleges enroll higher shares of

A professor discovered how digital technology enables students to cheat easily on in-person class participation and exams. The article highlights the growing challenge of AI-driven cheating in higher education settings. It emphasizes the need for awareness and potential adaptations in teaching methods. Key Points Digital tools allow cheating on participation assignments and some exams in

Rider University has agreed to sell a portion of its campus to the county for $10 million. The deal involves transferring land for potential county use, as reported by Inside Higher Ed. This transaction aims to provide financial relief to the university amid ongoing challenges in higher education. Key Points Rider University sells campus land

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon highlights her first-year achievements in implementing conservative-backed higher education reforms. The Education Department claims these changes fulfill long-standing conservative goals. However, Democrats and students criticize the reforms for potentially creating barriers to college access. Key Points McMahon touts reforms as major conservative victories in higher education. Critics argue the

Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill to facilitate the merger of over 100 higher education and workforce development programs into a single new state agency. The proposal aims to streamline operations and improve coordination between education and labor sectors. If passed, it would consolidate various programs currently spread across multiple departments. Key Points Bill sets

Two top deputies in the New York City Education Department are stepping down. Chancellor Kamar Samuels is preparing to announce his first cabinet appointments. This signals potential changes in leadership for the nation’s largest school system. Key Points Departure of two high-level Education Department deputies Chancellor Kamar Samuels to make first cabinet appointments Indicates shifts

Denver Public Schools already have a policy aimed at shielding students from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) interactions. Latino advocates are pushing the school board to adopt a more explicit resolution to further protect immigrant students, even if it duplicates existing measures. This push comes amid concerns over potential mass deportations following the 2024 election