The Number Of Students Doing This Is Falling
January 30, 2012 by Geneva Reid
In spite of a call to action on so many college campuses, fewer students are engaging in this activity than in years past.
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January 30, 2012 by Geneva Reid
Why This School’s Early Decision Numbers Are Soaring
January 17, 2012 by Geneva Reid
Take a look at how one school is watching its early decision numbers skyrocket.
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New Study: Who’s Got The Most Student Debt
January 10, 2012 by Geneva Reid
While there’s nothing Earth-shattering about students racking up debt, you won’t believe which segment of the population is piling up debt more quickly than anyone else.
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‘No Smoking!’ Does Banning It On Campus Work?
January 3, 2012 by Geneva Reid
Colleges with anti-tobacco policies are finding they’re definitely having an impact on students’ smoking habits – and it may surprise you.
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Top 10 Stories of 2011
December 27, 2011 by Taylor Hannigan
It’s been quite a year. Here are the stories that our readers viewed most in 2011 (insert drum roll here):
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Higher Ed Goes ‘Adult’
December 20, 2011 by Geneva Reid
What do Indiana University, Illinois State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have in common? They all are getting into the world of adult entertainment — and here’s why:
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The Highest College Salaries
December 13, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Times are tough — but not so much for the presidents at these private colleges. Check out the rise in their salaries.
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And The Happiest College Grads Are …
December 5, 2011 by Geneva Reid
A new study finds the grads from this type of college are considerably happier with their higher ed experience than their peers.
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Community Colleges: Students Face New Problem
November 29, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Students seeking a less costly education have been clamoring to attend community colleges. But they’re facing an unexpected obstacle.
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How Should Penn State Be Punished?
November 22, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Some are calling it the biggest sports scandal in U.S. history. So the question that needs to be asked is: How should Penn State be punished?
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Paterno: Scapegoat Or Fraud?
November 14, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Did Penn State use Joe Paterno as a whipping boy — or did he get what he deserved?
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Is This Hidden Minority On Your Campus?
November 8, 2011 by Geneva Reid
This small group faces special dangers when they hit campus. Take a look at how some schools are reaching out to them.
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Is This School Biased Against Muslims?
November 1, 2011 by Taylor Hannigan
Is this school favoring some of its students while denying benefits to Muslims? Check out these charges.
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Top 20 Schools: The Social Media Giants
October 25, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Everybody’s doing it — but who’s doing it best? Here are the schools that are putting social media to the best use:
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The Results Are In: Which Schools Cost The Most?
October 18, 2011 by Geneva Reid
When you add it all up — tuition, room, board, books, etc. — which schools are the most expensive? See if yours made the top 10 list.
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The Newest ‘Big Thing’ On Campus
October 11, 2011 by Geneva Reid
When there’s music, dancers and an audience, what have you got? These days, it may well be the latest college fad.
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Studying Abroad — Or Studying Facebook?
October 3, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Is it “When in Rome” … or “When on Facebook”? That’s what some educators are wondering about their study abroad programs — and now they’re taking action.
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Do Students At Your College Cheat?
September 27, 2011 by Geneva Reid
With every advancement in technology, students are finding more ways to cheat. But there are strategies — that actually work — to combat it.
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The Best Colleges: This Year’s Top 10
September 20, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Which colleges made the top 10 list of best national universities? Take a look …
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Student Loans: How Deep Is The Debt Now?
September 13, 2011 by Geneva Reid
How much debt are college grads shouldering these days? Here’s a quick look at the latest stats:
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Which Schools Have The Happiest Students?
September 6, 2011 by Geneva Reid
When students across the country were asked to rank everything from their study habits to partying behavior, the result was this list of “happiest” schools:
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Today’s Mantra: ‘Gotta Get A Master’s'?
August 29, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Can Americans get where they want to go today with “just” a bachelor’s degree? Or has a master’s degree become an unspoken requirement?
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Getting Off The Waiting List
August 23, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Finding out you’re on the waiting list has always had that “in limbo” feel. Are you in? Out? Here are steps to take some control of the situation:
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The New GRE
August 16, 2011 by Geneva Reid
The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) just had a face lift — their biggest in 60 years. Here’s what today’s grad school applicants are facing:
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Zero GPA? No Problem Here!
August 9, 2011 by Geneva Reid
When students at Chicago State University recently came up with GPAs of 0.0, how did the school handle it? By letting them continue signing up for classes, of course.
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Who Has The Best Dorms?
August 2, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Most college residences are nothing to brag about — but the schools in this latest survey top the list for having the best dorms.
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Going After The Best And The Brightest
July 25, 2011 by Geneva Reid
How can state schools keep the best and the brightest students from looking elsewhere for college? Here’s what one school’s doing.
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Which Colleges Have The Lowest Price Tags?
July 19, 2011 by Geneva Reid
In the good ol’ days, students would judge colleges based on academics, sports, extracurriculars and maybe the quality of the dining hall food. Now, it’s all about money — and here are the 10 most affordable schools:
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Do Same-Sex Dorms Violate The Law?
July 12, 2011 by Taylor Hannigan
Single-sex housing is alive and well at this university — but the school might get sued as a result.
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Why Are We Losing International Students?
July 5, 2011 by Geneva Reid
The U.S. draws more international students to its colleges than any other country — but in recent years, the numbers are dipping. So the question is: What are we doing about it?
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Why Aren’t Students Ready For College?
June 28, 2011 by Geneva Reid
What skills do students need to be “ready” for college – and why are so many students lacking them?
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He’s Turning Dropping Out Of College Into A Career
June 21, 2011 by Geneva Reid
Does a college degree guarantee success? One former student is betting his own career that it doesn’t.
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How Some Students Are Saving Big Bucks On Tuition
June 13, 2011 by Geneva Reid
To avoid the high cost of college tuition and the huge loans that go with it, some students are trying a unique — if not drastic — approach to save money.
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Economic Diversity: Top 10 Schools
June 6, 2011 by Geneva Reid
They’re the richest colleges in the country — but how economically diverse are they? Take a look at the top 10.
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