Accountability in Higher Education
OPM Watch: How Regulators Can Protect College Students
The U.S. Department of Education must rescind Obama-era guidance that permits OPMs to operate as they do now.
2U’s Bankruptcy Signals Urgent Need for Federal Action
The U.S. Department of Education should act now to strengthen oversight of OPMs.
OPM Watch: What Happens if Online Giant 2U Goes Under?
In the third installment in New America’s series on online program managers, we dive into 2U’s financial troubles.
OPM Watch: How Minnesota Became the First State to Restrict Tuition-Share Deals
In the second installment in New America’s series on online program managers, we explore OPM lobbying efforts to derail legislation in Minne
OPM Watch: Are University of California Campuses Properly Monitoring Online Programs?
In the first installment in New America’s series on online program managers, we explore findings of a state audit in California.
Here We Go Again: Three Things House Members Must Know About the Short-Term Pell Amendment to NDAA
The House is once again expected to vote on BWPA this week, this time as an amendment to the reauthorization of NDAA.
Short-Term Pell Already Exists
The federal government already pays for a lot of short-term programs. And many of these programs have poor outcomes.
“We Just Disagree:” Department of Education Concludes Negotiated Rulemaking Without Consensus on Student Protections
This week, the Department of Education wrapped up negotiations on new regulations designed to improve consumer protections for students
Former Administrators of University of Antelope Valley, a For-Profit, Allege Financial Aid Fraud
Officials say the California college was intentionally withholding students’ money as it floundered financially.