Higher Education
Widener University suspends decision day deadline amid FAFSA information delays
On Tuesday, the U.S. Dept. of Education announced it will begin sending the FAFSA information to schools and state agencies in March.
11 months ago
Penn accused of illegally favoring students of wealthy families
The lawsuit alleges they conspired in a scheme to “price fix” financial aid and college admissions in violation of federal antitrust laws.
11 months ago
Temple to help make tuition free for Philly students from families with low income
Admitted first-year, full-time Temple students residing in Philadelphia with a family-adjusted gross income at or below $65,000 are eligible.
11 months ago
Listen 1:14Gov. Josh Shapiro proposes tuition caps to make college more affordable and accessible
To help reverse the downward trend in higher learning, Shapiro wants to make college more financially accessible.
12 months ago
This year's state government spending of about $2 billion on higher education is about the same as it was 15 years ago.
12 months ago
A Bryn Mawr professor has brewed up a storm by offering Britain advice on making tea
Bryn Mawr College chemistry professor Michelle Francl says one of the keys to a perfect cup of tea is a pinch of salt.
12 months ago
Suspect in slaying of Temple University police officer faces trial after waiving hearing
Miles Pfeffer is charged with murder, criminal homicide of a law enforcement officer, disarming an officer, robbery, theft, evading arrest and weapons crimes.
12 months ago
Virtual reality classical concert creates new experiences for fans
For four days, audience members were invited to experience performances by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra by strapping on virtual reality headsets and headphones.
12 months ago
Listen 2:17Temple University joins list of colleges under investigation for alleged discrimination
The U.S. Department of Education opened its probe into several schools and universities in November.
12 months ago
Former Penn interim president Claire Fagin, 1st woman to lead an Ivy League institution, dies at 97
Fagin, longtime dean of the university's school of nursing, served as interim president of the University of Pennsylvania from July 1993 through June 1994.
12 months ago
Education Dept. fast-tracks forgiveness for borrowers with smaller student loans
In a surprise move, the Biden administration announced it is fast-tracking a change that will erase the debts of many federal student loan borrowers after just 10 years.
12 months ago
Citing rising costs and dwindling enrollment, PAFA cuts degree programs
“We did not make the decision lightly,” PAFA’s president said in a letter Wednesday. “We sought every possible opportunity to avoid it.”
12 months ago
Listen 0:55Michigan overpowers Washington 34-13 as Jim Harbaugh delivers a national title
Harbaugh delivered the title so many expected when he took over a struggling powerhouse in 2015.
12 months ago
What to know as Michigan and Washington face off in the college football championship
Michigan may be favored beat Washington on Monday night's title game in Houston, but both teams boast a seasoned lineup and consistent records.
1 year ago
What to know about changes to this year’s FAFSA application for college students
A spokesperson for the Department of Education said the department hopes to keep the application open for longer stretches as it resolves issues with the new form.
1 year ago