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U.S. Colleges Cut Jobs During Financial Strain

Multiple U.S. colleges announced job and program cuts in May 2026 to address budget deficits. Officials cited declining state funding, falling enrollment, and rising costs as key factors.

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Trump Education Department Cuts Funding For DEI Programs

The Trump administration's Education Department withheld federal funds from school districts over DEI initiatives like Chicago’s Black Student Success Program. Officials cited laws against race-based discrimination, while critics say the move undermines civil rights protections.

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Hazelden Betty Ford Launches Alternative Admissions Pathway

Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School introduced a program admitting students to its master’s program without a bachelor’s degree. The school considers work experience and personal background instead of traditional academic requirements.

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Ballotpedia Survey Finds Rural School Board Challenges

Ballotpedia surveyed 670 U.S. school board members in March 2026. Rural members reported less communication, minimal media coverage, and fewer threats than urban or suburban counterparts.

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NACUBO Reports 54.5% Discount Rate for New Undergraduates

The National Association of College and University Business Officers reports a 54.5% tuition discount rate for first-time undergraduates in 2024–25. Kara Freeman says discounting remains vital for enrollment and financial sustainability.

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U.S. Colleges Cut Jobs During Financial Strain

Multiple U.S. colleges announced job and program cuts in May 2026 to address budget deficits. Officials cited declining state funding, falling enrollment, and rising costs as key factors.

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Trump Education Department Cuts Funding For DEI Programs

The Trump administration's Education Department withheld federal funds from school districts over DEI initiatives like Chicago’s Black Student Success Program. Officials cited laws against race-based discrimination, while critics say the move undermines civil rights protections.

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Hazelden Betty Ford Launches Alternative Admissions Pathway

Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School introduced a program admitting students to its master’s program without a bachelor’s degree. The school considers work experience and personal background instead of traditional academic requirements.

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Ballotpedia Survey Finds Rural School Board Challenges

Ballotpedia surveyed 670 U.S. school board members in March 2026. Rural members reported less communication, minimal media coverage, and fewer threats than urban or suburban counterparts.