New Podcast Explores College Admissions Scandal

Gangster Capitalism is an in-depth look at how the uber-wealthy game the college-admissions system

The mess that is elite college admissions, explained by a former dean

Eight things I wish people understood about my old job.

Colby Honored for Commitment to First-Generation Students

First Forward Designation Puts Colby Among National Leaders in First-Generation Efforts Colby College has received a First Forward Designation from the Center for First-generation Student Success for its commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes of first-generation college students. Colby is one of just 80 schools nationwide to be included in the organization's inaugural group…

The 'Privilege Bias' And Diversity Challenges In College Admissions

The nationwide college admissions cheating scandal is an ugly example of the privilege bias in higher education. Economic barriers are hard to overcome for diversity students -- but there are changes to the system that can make a difference.

Colorado State recognized for leadership in first-generation student success

Colorado State University has been selected to participate in the inaugural cohort of the First Forward effort to advance the success of first-generation college students nationwide.

First-generation students at UW-Stevens Point benefit from Berard Scholarship.

CAN YOUR KID’S ONLINE PRESENCE IMPACT THEIR SCHOOL ADMISSIONS?

A 2018 survey done by Kaplan Test Prep, the company that helps students prepare for the SAT and other standardized tests, found that only 25% of college admissions officers visit applicants’ social media profiles. This is down from a high of 40% in 2015.

Elizabeth Warren's student debt plan reopens fight on how to deal with the college crisis

Elizabeth Warren's new plan to cancel most student debt and make tuition free at public colleges is reopening a fight about the fairest way to make college more affordable.

Ex-University of Texas tennis coach to plead guilty in college admissions scandal

The former head coach of the men’s tennis team at the University of Texas at Austin is scheduled to plead guilty on Wednesday to accepting a bribe to help a wealthy father secure admission fo…

Dream School vs. Best Fit

Somehow this notion of attending your dream school became synonymous with the perfect place to receive a degree. This idea of getting into a college or university of notoriety would, by default, propel students into stardom, ultimate success, or even riches. How utterly absurd.