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Guidance on Suspension on Federal Student Loan Payments
Apr 2, 2020
Education Dept. will implement the suspension by April 10. The benefits will apply retroactively to March 13 and borrowers can obtain a refund of any payments since then if they want.
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Trump Administration Releases New Proposed Rules on Distance Ed
Apr 2, 2020
Regulations would emphasize demonstrated learning over seat time, and define "regular and substantive" interaction between students and instructors, among other things.
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Eyeing Additional Relief in Next Stimulus
Apr 1, 2020
As lawmakers begin discussions on the next broad-based funding measure, AACRAO remains engaged in efforts to encourage Congress and the Education Department to continue to provide emergency relief to students and institutions.
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Education Dept. Hosts Webinar on FERPA and Virtual Learning
Apr 1, 2020
Webinar reviews frequently asked questions on student privacy laws and implications for distance learning due to school closures.
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New Report on College Closures
Apr 1, 2020
Some closures are inevitable, the report assumes, and as the new coronavirus continues to inflict its toll on college finances, more colleges may be forced to close in coming years.
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Surveys Provide Projections for Fall Enrollment
Apr 1, 2020
The latest national surveys found a mixed outlook for higher education enrollment in light of the coronavirus crisis.
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Colleges Go Test Optional
Apr 1, 2020
In response to the coronavirus outbreak, at least 17 colleges have eliminated their SAT or ACT requirement in recent weeks for at least one admissions cycle.
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Temporary Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Mar 26, 2020
Trump administration halts collection of defaulted federal loans and suspends payments on federally held student loans for 60 days, with no interest accruing during that time. Latest stimulus bill aims to extend suspensions through September.
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Stimulus Deal Boosts Aid to Institutions and Students
Mar 26, 2020
The bipartisan stimulus bill would provide urgently needed funding to students and colleges, however the assistance falls far below what is needed to keep institutions and students afloat.
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California AG Sues Education Secretary for Overturning Gainful Employment Rule
Mar 26, 2020
Attorney General Xavier Becerra argues that the department "illegally rescinded" the 2014 rule.
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Students Concerned About Admissions and Financial Aid amid Coronavirus
Mar 26, 2020
Students and families are becoming increasingly concerned about how to pay for college, the impact of their high school courses moving online and to pass/fail on final transcripts, and the cancellation of Advanced Placement and college admissions tests.
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Community College Students Underserved by NY Excelsior Scholarship Program
Mar 26, 2020
New York's free tuition program increased its number of awards in 2018, but students at CUNY colleges and community colleges in the state continued to be underserved.
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Congress Approves COVID-19 Fix for GI Bill and Other VA Benefits
Mar 26, 2020
Legislation protect GI Bill and other U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs-funded students from a reduction in their housing allowance as classes shifted online because of the coronavirus.
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Higher Ed Groups Urge Education Dept. to Delay Final Title IX Rule
Mar 26, 2020
AACRAO joins a letter requesting that the agency delay further action on the rule until after the COVID-19 crisis has passed.
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Washington Privacy Act Fails to Pass
Mar 19, 2020
Several states have pending legislation similar to the WPA and the California Consumer Privacy Act, but movement is likely to be stalled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Admissions Activities Change Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
Mar 19, 2020
At least three dozen institutions have postponed their deposit deadlines—May 1 at many prominent colleges—by one month, and several more are expected to do so this week.
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Report Finds Prior Learning Could Benefit Community College Students
Mar 19, 2020
According to the study, nearly 70 percent of community college students work while attending school, and about half are 25 and older.
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SAT, ACT Exams Postponed
Mar 19, 2020
The College Board and ACT have rescheduled upcoming exams due to concern over the rapidly spreading coronavirus.
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Maryland Approves Additional Funding for HBCUs
Mar 19, 2020
Leaders of HBCUs across the rest of the country are strongly advocating for additional federal funding for their institutions in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Senator Unveils Federal Privacy Legislation
Mar 19, 2020
Proposed bill is consistent with the current data-privacy legal frameworks and integrates themes from the CCPA and the GDPR. Legislation would exempt personal data subject to FERPA.