Decoding the Cost of College
No federal policy exists that requires standardized terminology, consistent formatting, or critical information on financial aid awards.
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Varying Degrees 2018
Varying Degrees 2018: New America’s Second Annual Survey on Higher Education surveyed 1,600 Americans ages 18 and older.
Should Colleges be Worried about the Recent Decline in International Student Enrollment?
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Shining a Light on Award Letters that Leave Students in the Dark
After getting into college, students receive financial aid packages that are often missing key information about costs.
Why the Department Shouldn’t Weaken the Gainful Employment Metrics
Income Share Agreements Aren’t a Solution to Student Debt
Companies are pitching a novel solution to student loans: future income sharing agreements. But they may present new problems for borrowers.