Colleges that expand AI and computer science courses could qualify for more federal grants.
Degree apprenticeship programs are helping students earn money and gain real-world experience while they pursue degrees. Here’s what students need to know about this growing alternative to traditional college.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act expands 529 plans beyond college to cover trade schools, credentialing programs, AP tests, tutoring, and workforce training, offering families more flexible, tax-free education savings options.
The proposal would effectively double the stipend GI Bill recipients receive for housing when enrolled in online programs.
The University of Arizona’s four online business degrees tailored to working adults reflect a broader movement in business education that’s focused on return on investment.
Maine will become an outlier as a state to revoke a free community college program.
The full 2026-27 FAFSA is expected to launch Oct. 1, 2025. It would be the first on-time FAFSA launch since 2022.
In a survey, hiring managers for entry- and junior-level positions say they value experience and certifications over just holding a degree.
Proposals to expand the Pell Grant to short-term certificate programs could have a big impact on adult learners seeking to advance their careers.
As online business degrees proliferate, programs are having to do more to stand out to working students — including cutting costs.
John and Hank Green and Arizona State University are offering for-credit college classes for $25 each. Once you’re finished with the class, you can convert it into ASU credit for $400.
Experts told BestColleges that the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” that passed the U.S. House in May could cause many part-time students to lose access to critical financial aid.
Experienced professionals want specialized business master’s degrees, but they prioritize flexibility around their careers.
The Department of Education is requiring applicants to present a valid government-issued photo ID either in person or through live video to be eligible for federal student aid.
Students who stopped out are reenrolling at primarily online institutions at a high rate, but online colleges are graduating these students at the smallest rate of all institutions.