EDUCATION
Teen Suspended for Saying 'Illegal Alien' Sparks Republican Outrage
The student's mother said he is "devastated and concerned" about the incident.
Clarence Thomas Calls Veteran's Argument 'Especially Unconvincing'
On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in the Rudisill v. McDonough case, siding with the veteran in a 7-2 ruling.
Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Offered to Inmates
The Education Department has announced a plan that will allow those in prison to consolidate their loans to avoid default.
New York School Buses Not Picking Up Migrant Children Angers Council Member
Mayor Eric Adams' 60-day migrant eviction policy is having a negative effect on public school students in New York, critics say.
Wisconsin School Search for 'Christian' Superintendent Sparks Backlash
A rescinded desired characteristic of a Wisconsin school district's new superintendent has sparked calls for lawsuits based on the Civil Rights Act.
Student Aid Expert Sounds Alarm on 2024 College Enrollment
Ellie Bruecker, the interim director of research at The Institute for College Access and Success, said there will likely be a decline in enrollment.
Student Loan Borrowers Are Running Out of Time to Claim Forgiveness
Borrowers with certain loan types can consolidate their loans, but only before a fast-approaching deadline.
Woman Shocked She Owes $130,000 After Student Loan Cancellation Notice
Shun Perkins, 40, from Houston, originally applied for loan forgiveness under Joe Biden's approved options for federal borrowers.
Texas Colleges Asked To Guarantee Money for Kids of Migrants
Texas Democrats are urging the state's colleges to set aside financial aid money for migrant families due to a FAFSA error.
Gen Z May Miss Out on Biden Student Loan Forgiveness
A significant part of the new plan involves those who have been repaying their debt for up to 20 years.
Mass Layoffs Hit Schools in Multiple States
"This will be a huge impact on our community," a school superintendent said of the prospect of Rhode Island school staff losing their jobs.
American Children Are Struggling Academically
Students have gained back some ground since pandemic school closures, but experts say some may never catch up.
Student Loan Forgiveness Reversed for One Borrower
The $6,000 debt alert was particularly shocking because the borrower had received a letter saying his loan had been forgiven.
High School Seniors Asking for Student Aid Drops
According to the National College Attainment Network, only 32 percent of the 2024 high school graduating class submitted a FAFSA.
I'm a Teacher—We Are Subconsciously Training Kids for an AI Takeover
We are teaching kids that they don't have to show up.
Student Loan Borrowers Running Out of Time to Prevent Wage Garnishment
The Fresh Start program allows borrowers to reverse their debt out of default to avoid costly consequences like wage garnishment.
Florida's Giving Out Discounts on College
As parents look for ways to reduce their child's future student debt, prepaid plans allow them to get ahead of surging costs.
I Fought for My Non-Jewish Peers—Their Silence Now Is Deafening
Many of my peers do not understand how their infographics on social media isolate.
Student Loan Payments in One State Are About to Change
New legislation offers some financial support to help mental health and substance use counselors pay off their student loans.
Joe Biden Proposes New College Cost Plan
Biden's plan targets hidden fees and mandates clearer financial aid counseling, aiming to safeguard students' financial interests.
Student Debt Could Spark Mass Exodus of Teachers
The teacher shortage has been growing as many educators leave in pursuit of higher-paying jobs with less burnout.
Student Loan Borrowers to Save More Than $1 Billion Under New Plan
The new policy reforms would keep students and borrowers from paying what the White House calls "unnecessary" fees.