Public flagship schools are expanding scholarship offerings to middle-income students—initiatives that may not only curb students’ debt burden but also boost enrollment and revenue.
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Did financial pressure from parents lead to the decline of liberal arts majors?
An opinion piece counters the narrative that millennials are abandoning the humanities, pointing instead to wary parents, who are increasingly subsidizing—and steering—their children’s college pursuits.
Thoughtful, in-person outreach crucial in attracting rural students
Colleges and universities looking to reach and recruit rural students should tailor their messages and prioritize on-the-ground interactions, according to a recent panel discussion.
Financial aid crucial to easing the ‘mental tax’ of poverty
The financial stress shouldered by low-income students is a cognitive burden, an academic handicap, and a fixable problem, a columnist writes.
Hoping to boost military-affiliated student success, colleges try targeted strategies
Military-affiliated students may benefit from targeted retention strategies that reflect their unique strengths and needs.