Colleges viewed free speech as something that could be set aside in 2025

Colleges viewed free speech as something that could be set aside in 2025

The state of free expression in U.S. higher education reached a concerning point in 2025. According to the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, attempts to restrict speech on college campuses surged, with many efforts proving successful. Looking at the figures, in 2025, the FIRE databases documented numerous attempts at censorship: 525 cases of sanctions […]

Students prefer SEC schools to northeastern colleges because of political reasons.

Students prefer SEC schools to northeastern colleges because of political reasons.

The Appeal of Southeastern Conference Schools Amidst Political Climate A recent report highlights that the political environment is influencing why students are drawn to Southeastern Conference (SEC) colleges. Geoffrey Gaymon, Auburn University’s vice president for enrollment management, remarked that these institutions often prefer to view themselves as apolitical, suggesting that their allure stems from a […]

Rize Education platform assists 140 colleges in sharing classes to lower expenses

Rize Education platform assists 140 colleges in sharing classes to lower expenses

Adrian College President Jeffrey Docking shared with Fox News Digital how some universities are working to lower the costs of higher education. He noted that many students are burdened with debt, and even families that could be considered upper-middle class are uncertain about affording college. Currently, the situation at various educational institutions is quite dire. […]

Trump administration provides $60 million in grants for promoting civil discussions at colleges

Trump administration provides $60 million in grants for promoting civil discussions at colleges

Trump Administration’s Push for Debate in Higher Education Turning Point USA spokesperson Andrew Corbett expressed on Monday that the Trump administration ought to “pull every lever at its disposal” to revamp higher education. He emphasized that universities should be arenas where ideas clash, urging that orthodoxy should be constantly challenged. Last week, the Trump administration […]

Decline in New International Student Enrollment Worries Colleges About Financial Impact

Decline in New International Student Enrollment Worries Colleges About Financial Impact

International Enrollment in U.S. Schools Declines New data suggests that international enrollment in U.S. schools is on the downturn, with universities acknowledging their reliance on these students for additional revenue. A recent report focusing on fall 2025 indicates that first-time foreign student enrollments have decreased by 17%. This information comes from Open Doors, an initiative […]

Enrollment of international students at U.S. colleges decreases by 17% in 2025

Enrollment of international students at U.S. colleges decreases by 17% in 2025

The number of international students enrolling in U.S. universities has hit a low not seen in over a decade, according to a recent report released on Monday. International student enrollment for the fall 2025 semester is projected to decrease by 17%, as noted by NBC News. This marks the largest decline that isn’t associated with […]

Shooting incidents at two historically black colleges during their homecoming weekends spark worries about a potential dangerous pattern.

Shooting incidents at two historically black colleges during their homecoming weekends spark worries about a potential dangerous pattern.

During Homecoming weekend, one person lost their life and at least 11 others were injured due to shootings at and around two historically black universities on Friday and Saturday, as reported by officials. This outbreak of violence echoes similar incidents at two HBCUs last fall, which also occurred during homecoming festivities, prompting concern from some […]

Colleges that are not accepting Trump’s funding agreement

Colleges that are not accepting Trump's funding agreement

Several universities are turning down a memorandum that the Trump administration sent out in early October, which promised preferential funding in exchange for certain policy changes. This memo, called “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education,” outlines a 10-point plan that includes demands such as altering recruitment and admissions processes, shifting campus culture, and decreasing […]