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Consumer groups criticize CFPB’s choice of student loan ombudsman8/20/2019
Robert Cameron is a former executive with a large student loan servicer
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has named Robert G. Cameron as the Bureau’s private student loan ombudsman, which means he is charged with… continue readingBy Mark Huffman
Study shows college students are taking out fewer student loans8/16/2019
But their parents appear to be taking out more
A study by Student Loan Hero shows students are taking out fewer loans to pay for their college education. But that doesn’t mean they’ve taken jobs to pay… continue readingBy Mark Huffman
A college education at these schools gives you the most bang for your buck8/13/2019
An annual survey ranks the nation’s top colleges for value
They’re definitely not the cheapest or easiest colleges to gain acceptance, but MONEY.com has issued its annual list of the best values in a college educat… continue readingBy Mark Huffman
Art therapy could help reduce stress among high schoolers7/31/2019
Researchers emphasize the benefits of mindfulness activities
Teens in middle and high school can deal with a great deal of stress on a day-to-day basis, and a new study suggests that art therapy can be helpful as a c… continue readingBy Kristen Dalli
Many students are second-guessing their college decisions7/26/2019
Most wish they hadn’t borrowed so much money
A number of recent studies have shown that many college students are questioning the value of a higher education. Not surprisingly, the doubts are largely… continue readingBy Mark Huffman
Do students learn more when teachers have an incentive?7/24/2019
Pay-based incentive programs raise a very interesting question in the education system
Getting the best out of students and teachers is a difficult task, but a new study explores how teacher incentive programs could positively affect students… continue readingBy Kristen Dalli
Taking music classes can boost performance in other school subjects7/9/2019
A study reveals why cutting the music department budget may be a mistake
While musical talent may not come easily for all consumers, taking music classes in high school can actually benefit students in other subject areas. R… continue readingBy Kristen Dalli
Incorporating lessons outdoors can increase happiness for teachers6/20/2019
A study found students were also more engaged and willing to learn
Previous studies have shown how powerful spending time outside can be for improving mental health, and now researchers have discovered teachers can benefit… continue readingBy Kristen Dalli
June, 2019
Later school start times give students more sleep and improve engagement in school6/7/2019
A study conducted in Colorado showcases how pushing start times back can benefit students
May, 2019
CFPB head says Education Department blocks access to information needed to oversee student loans5/16/2019
Student loan servicers have refused to provide the information due to the Department's policy
Recreational sports can positively affect students' classroom performance5/13/2019
Researchers say college students are more likely to stay in school when they’re part of a team
April, 2019
Teen driving accidents decrease when school starts later4/12/2019
Researchers suggest changing school times could increase safety for high school students
New study reveals that inclusive education policies can make residents happier4/9/2019
Access to higher education can also play a positive role
New study reveals many teachers are looking for a career change after the 10-year mark4/3/2019
Researchers suggest it could come down to needing a better work/life balance
Top-tier schools admitting lower percentages of applicants4/1/2019
Admissions rates at many elite colleges hit record lows this year
March, 2019
Argosy University closing leaves students scrambling3/18/2019
The for-profit college’s fate was sealed when it lost access to federal aid dollars
Trump administration proposes cuts to budget for higher education3/15/2019
The plan includes a 10 percent decrease in funding for the Department of Education
February, 2019
Reading scores higher for children who eat lunch2/14/2019
Researchers found a nearly 20 percent increase in test scores when children had a midday meal
Free college programs are quickly becoming a reality2/12/2019
The nature of work is changing, and community colleges are putting people in jobs where traditional schools aren’t
Employers get creative to help employees pay off student loans2/7/2019
Student loan assistance is the hot new corporate benefit
Older Americans increasingly taking on student loan debt2/4/2019
Experts say the student loan crisis is intergenerational
January, 2019
The Princeton Review ranks the nation’s top colleges for 20191/29/2019
The best 200 schools were rated according to return on investment
Where have all the teachers gone?1/2/2019
A government survey shows public education employees are quitting at a record pace
December, 2018
Children's personalities could be they key to how they perform in math and reading12/21/2018
Characteristics like curiosity and confidence were found to be the gamechangers
November, 2018
FTC temporarily halts student loan debt relief operation11/29/2018
As student loan debt mounts, the agency says struggling borrowers fall for empty promises
October, 2018
Financial education cited as key to reducing student loan stress10/29/2018
Researchers say keeping borrowers educated and informed can alleviate concerns
Student loan debt is growing and getting more dangerous10/26/2018
Delinquency rates have risen even as the economy improves
Two methods identified for best supporting children with ADHD in school10/22/2018
Researchers say the interventions work well for those who don’t respond as well to medication
Attending top high schools comes with mixed results for students, new study finds10/19/2018
The researchers say negative and positive effects can be felt years later into the students’ careers
Colleges offering more scholarships, report shows10/17/2018
Although tuition costs are rising, fewer students are paying the full cost
Judge reinstates student loan borrower protections10/17/2018
The Trump administration had blocked the Obama-era rule from taking effect
Students can now fill out the FAFSA on their phone10/2/2018
Experts hope the new feature will encourage more people to apply for aid
September, 2018
Annual ranking lists the best U.S. colleges by value9/7/2018
Harvard and MIT earned top spots on the list
Colleges to start tuition-matching to draw in more students9/4/2018
The new practice exemplifies the high levels of competition involved in higher education
Are students getting fed up with the cost of college?9/4/2018
From textbooks to student loans, many students say it's just not worth it
August, 2018
Teachers made $160 million on Airbnb last year8/20/2018
A new report shows teacher hosts earned roughly one third of their total annual earnings during summer break
NYU makes tuition free for all medical students8/17/2018
The school is concerned about the ‘overwhelming financial debt’ facing graduates
Princeton Review rates 2018's best colleges8/7/2018
Elite schools are rated in 62 different categories
Average cost of college books declines slightly8/6/2018
But colleges requiring the purchase of ebooks could send costs higher again
July, 2018
Student loan interest rates increased again7/6/2018
Federal student loans will be set higher for the upcoming school year
June, 2018
Women bear disproportionate burden of student debt crisis, report finds6/6/2018
Women and minorities take out more in student loans and are paid less when they enter the workforce, leading to higher default rates
May, 2018
Study finds ‘undermatched’ college students are less likely to graduate on time5/21/2018
Researchers say students with great ability need to be challenged to excel
Federal student loan interest rates going up5/21/2018
The new rates will take effect July 1
Survey shows many teens are unprepared for the cost of college5/2/2018
One-third of college freshmen have less than $1,000 in savings
April, 2018
Study finds vast majority of teachers face high levels of job-related stress4/27/2018
The researchers say this may be negatively impacting student development
Report finds some millennials are ill-equipped to face adulthood4/18/2018
The Educational Testing Service says nearly half have low literacy skills
Justice Department to investigate early-admission practices4/9/2018
The investigation will focus on how some colleges share information with other colleges
Over a third of college students don’t have enough to eat4/3/2018
As college gets more expensive, college hunger is getting worse
Google equipping more rural school buses with Wi-Fi4/2/2018
The company wants to give students without internet access at home more time to complete assignments
March, 2018
Former Corinthian College students continue to be denied full debt relief3/20/2018
Attorneys say the Trump administration illegally obtained income data to keep students indebted
Feds attempt to bar states from regulating student loan debt collectors3/12/2018
The Department of Education claims federal rules preempt state consumer protection laws
December, 2017
The year-end dilemma of selling college textbooks12/15/2017
Students often get little back for resales on campus, but selling online can be more lucrative
November, 2017
Citibank to compensate some student loan borrowers11/22/2017
$3.75 million settlement will be distributed to affected borrowers
Free online workbook walks students through college prep, financial aid11/6/2017
Resource designed to help students find the right school and obtain scholarships
October, 2017
The graduates making the best progress on student loans, ranked by major10/25/2017
Student loan site CometFi surveyed more than 1,000 college graduates
Colleges ranked by prospective students’ top priorities10/23/2017
WalletHub ranks U.S. colleges by factors like graduation rates, alumnae median salary
Federal student loan complaints overtake those from private lenders10/18/2017
Consumers are becoming increasingly frustrated with the student loan repayment process
FTC and state attorneys general crack down on student loan debt relief firms10/16/2017
Lawsuits allege these firms have fraudulently collected roughly $95 million in fees
Humanities majors losing ground to STEM in U.S. colleges10/11/2017
Research suggests employers still value what a humanities education offers
Study shows homework makes young students more conscientious10/10/2017
However, assigning too much can be harmful to children's well-being
Billions in education grant dollars remain unclaimed10/9/2017
Eligible students failed to submit their FAFSA form, leaving grants unclaimed
Survey finds debt may be discouraging students from college careers10/5/2017
Nearly half of young people opting out of college say cost is a factor
September, 2017
Federal student loan defaults are rising9/29/2017
Education Department critics worry rule 'reset' could send them higher
How tax credits can ease the burden of high college tuition9/27/2017
Two education tax credits can provide $2000 or more for eligible students
With or without flood insurance, Hurricane Harvey victims face uncertain future9/1/2017
FEMA urges Americans to buy flood insurance, but it's too late for people in Houston.
August, 2017
Survey shows parents are divided when it comes to later school start times8/21/2017
Researchers say allowing students extra time to sleep is a 'win-win for everyone'
Average student debt doubles in a decade8/16/2017
Consumer Bureau finds half of student borrowers leave school owing more than $20,000
A website to help you choose a college major8/7/2017
Majorfit says starting out in the right major will save time and money
July, 2017
Educators shouldn't be graded on fostering emotional intelligence, report argues7/13/2017
Helping students grow should be focused, but there are many factors to consider
Senate bill would provide student loan debt relief7/6/2017
Florida Democrat wants to cap student loans rates at 4 percent
States sue Education Department for holding up student loan protections7/6/2017
The protections were set up by the Obama Administration but are being 'reset'
Will technology drive down the cost of college?7/5/2017
The process may already be starting
June, 2017
Underprivileged students are more likely to give up on college ambitions, study finds6/28/2017
Researchers cite the need for early interventions to help close the education gap
University of Michigan introduces free tuition program6/19/2017
The aid package will be available to in-state students, based on family income
What families need to earn for kids to graduate debt-free6/7/2017
You need $62,000 in Indiana but more than $124,000 in Hawaii
States want DeVos to act on Corinthian student loan cancellations6/5/2017
Students were promised last April that their debts would be erased
May, 2017
Federal complaint filed over incoming student debt relief regulations5/30/2017
A trade group says the rules would financially harm many schools
Education Department blasted over $6 billion in improper student aid payments5/26/2017
Congress members call the 'abysmal' figures an affront to taxpayers
Education Department fumbles attempts to collect student debts5/19/2017
A report shows that the government pays $1,710 to collect as little as $45
Study: Marijuana and school don't mix5/15/2017
Researchers call for policies that delay drug and alcohol use among young people
Illinois measure would help consumers struggling to repay student loans5/12/2017
The bill would compensate for the U.S. Education Department's rollback of consumer protections
Teachers eye Pokemon GO as a teaching tool5/11/2017
Just don't tell your kids their favorite game is 'educational'
Study confirms that early reading helps children become more literate5/5/2017
A study found that quality shared reading time best prepared children to enter elementary school
Former Corinthian students may have loans forgiven5/2/2017
States arrange for 'streamlined' consideration of forgiveness applications
Purdue buys Kaplan University from the ex-Washington Post Company5/1/2017
The deal is somewhat controversial in higher education circles
April, 2017
One professor’s convoluted journey through FedLoan student loan forgiveness4/27/2017
An open letter to a senator, a surprise call from a 'head honcho dude,' and a messy '6' that places his payments in jeopardy
Attorneys General speak out against rollbacks on student loan protections4/25/2017
AG's from 21 states have written to Betsy DeVos to voice their discontent
Reading skills improve ‘significantly’ among young children4/24/2017
However, researchers say that gaps still remain across different demographics
Top online colleges in the New York area4/24/2017
The tuition might not be cheaper, but you might save in the long run
Department of Education drops new student loan protections4/13/2017
Rules required loan servicers to be judged on past performance
New York to offer free tuition at public colleges and universities4/10/2017
The plan will provide relief to approximately 940,000 middle and lower income families
March, 2017
Education Department may renege on student loan forgiveness program3/31/2017
Graduates who work 10 years in public service jobs may not get the credit they expect
Report finds college aid fails to close the affordability gap3/23/2017
Students from many middle class homes still can't afford most colleges
Trump Administration nixes student debt relief program3/20/2017
The Obama program gave some breathing room to consumers trying to pay back their debts
How reducing drug and alcohol use can improve your GPA3/16/2017
A study finds that students who smoke and drink tend to perform worse in college
February, 2017
Which colleges give you the most bang for your buck?2/1/2017
The Princeton Review singles out the top 200
January, 2017
DeVry agrees to pay $2.25 million to NY graduates1/31/2017
The for-profit schools' ads went overboard, NY attorney general charged
How college students can reduce stress during their first year1/30/2017
Researchers say being self-compassionate can increase overall well-being
Why college applicants should clean up their social media1/27/2017
Over half of admissions officers check applicants' social media, according to a new survey
Feds sue student loan servicer Navient1/18/2017
CFPB charges the ex-Sallie Mae unit failed borrowers at every stage of the process
TEACH grants unlawfully converted to delinquent loans, lawsuit alleges1/13/2017
The lawsuit challenges grant conversions by FedLoan, a creature of the Pennsylvania state government
Student loans dragging down many seniors, study finds1/9/2017
Many older consumers are taking on debt to help their children and grandchildren
December, 2016
Why college students should move quickly on financial aid requests12/22/2016
There may already be a lot of people ahead of you
DeVry agrees to pay $100 million for misleading prospective students12/15/2016
The settlement will provide refunds for tens of thousands of students
Feds approve sale of University of Phoenix but with strings attached12/8/2016
The new owners would have to post a hefty letter of credit to protect taxpayers and students
Why self-regulation should be taught early on to children in school12/8/2016
A federal report expounds on the life-long benefits of teaching children to control their emotions and behavior
Active young boys perform better in reading and math, study finds12/2/2016
Researchers have found associations between activity levels and academic aptitude
November, 2016
Trump settles Trump University cases, agrees to pay $25 million11/20/2016
Students who thought they would learn 'wealth strategies' got little more than debt, they alleged
Five things you should know about this year's college aid process11/17/2016
It started earlier, so applicants need to act sooner
October, 2016
Wronged consumers get more than $11 million back from student loan servicers10/31/2016
CFPB says loan servicers are using 'sloppy or callous' practices that are harming borrowers
1 in 3 rehabilitated student loans may wind up back in default10/18/2016
Consumer bureau finds too many students falling through the cracks of loan work-out programs
August, 2016
Is there any way to make college cheaper?8/25/2016
Researchers say one attempt has backfired
Is a college degree worth the cost?8/4/2016
Poll shows graduates still think it is
June, 2016
Is college worth it? Ask people paying off student loans6/29/2016
A survey finds 45% of borrowers are unhappy with the result
April, 2016
It's student loan time -- time to pay attention and be realistic4/14/2016
There are good loans and bad loans but the best loan is no loan
January, 2016
How gadgets are shaping the learning landscape for kids1/22/2016
Edtech in the classroom: a help or a hindrance?
October, 2015
Federal TEACH grants are "legalized theft," betrayed teachers charge 10/23/2015
Teachers lured into teaching in troubled schools find their grants converted to debts
Feds probe University of Phoenix, DoD bars it from recruiting on military bases10/10/2015
University says it was caught "off-guard," expected a "different response"
September, 2015
Will your college major land you a job after graduation?9/3/2015
If you are majoring in a STEM field, you should have plenty of offers
August, 2015
School-aged kids are being overloaded with homework8/14/2015
Researchers suggest that this negatively impacts students and their families
July, 2015
Student Financial Aid Services Inc. illegally billed students and their families, feds allege7/23/2015
The company until recently operated FAFSA.com
Sallie Mae not very popular with many of its borrowers7/15/2015
Students complain of slow, contradictory responses from customer service reps
May, 2015
Op-ed: Every career is a STEM career5/28/2015
STEM skills are needed in every career on a daily basis
5 online tutoring companies to help students ace end-of-year exams, AP tests or college-entrance exams5/18/2015
They include learning centers, in-home tutors and online instruction
April, 2015
Many students starting STEM education aren't finishing4/7/2015
Researchers concerned at high drop out rate
September, 2014
What if you don't like your child's teacher?9/3/2014
Not every teacher will be a child's favorite but there are ways to deal with problems
July, 2014
Getting a science degree doesn't guarantee a science career7/14/2014
Despite the emphasis on STEM education, the jobs don't seem to be there yet
February, 2014
College student diet is a growing cause for concern2/4/2014
Study finds large number of students are "food insecure"
August, 2013
First course for college freshmen: financial literacy8/8/2013
Students will find a growing number of resources to educate them
May, 2013
Should parents make their kids do school work during summer break?5/7/2013
We spoke to an expert to find out.
April, 2013
Books are getting shorter; here's why4/26/2013
With shorter books and modern technology, leisure reading may be vanishing
March, 2013
Are bartending schools really necessary?3/19/2013
Of course folks who work at bartending schools say yes, but not everyone agrees
January, 2013
Speaking multiple languages may be easier than you think1/10/2013
Two studies find big benefits in learning a new language
October, 2012
Why Many Americans Are Simply Clueless About Global Events10/12/2012
According to several studies, the U.S. school system is the one to blame
March, 2011
Cosmetology Students Sue Fortis College for Fraud3/12/2011
Fortis allegedly failed to award an accredited high-school diploma
February, 2011
HHS Proposes Rule to Protect Students' Health Care Rights2/9/2011
New rule ensures students get health insurance protections of the Affordable Care Act.
Part-Time Jobs Can Cause More Harm Than Good For Teens2/5/2011
Study finds teens who work more than 20 hours a week do worse in school, at home
January, 2011
New Jobs Sites May Make It Easier to Find a Job1/22/2011
Newspapers, entrenched jobs sites fought the change
Study: Children Raised at Home or in Day Care do Equally Well in School1/2/2011
Provided they are not dropped off in day care too young
December, 2010
Old School Is No Good for Grades12/31/2010
Study findings highlight 'serious issue' in American education
November, 2010
Less-Wealthy People More Adept at Reading Emotions; Upper-Class People Struggle11/24/2010
Study authors hope findings will help eliminate class-based stereotypes
October, 2010
Texas Charges Online 'Diploma Mill' With Fraud10/21/2010
Internet-based home schools were not accredited, state charges
January, 2008
People to People Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit1/29/2008
Minnesota youth's family sues People to People
December, 2004
PA Charges Online University with Fraud12/7/2004
Dallas-based online university Trinity Southern faces a consumer fraud lawsuit