Experts forecast for-profit resurgence under Trump administration

Observers say deregulation will re-open the door for another wave of for-profit institutions attracting millions of students nationwide.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 17, 2016

For-profit fallout targeted by Illinois senator

Sen. Dick Durbin (D) brings new focus to helping students resolve disruptions to their academic careers at closed or struggling for-profit institutions. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 14, 2016

For-profit stocks make a comeback following Trump victory

Schools once in the cross hairs under the Obama Administration are gaining ground on Wall Street.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 11, 2016

A coding academy without teachers opens for business in the US

A new completely virtual French-based institution is rapidly attracting interest from students. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 8, 2016

For-profits, teacher retention and ESSA: The week’s most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest on ESSA reporting requirements, a look at higher ed attainment levels in Congress, and more here.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 4, 2016

Court halts bankruptcy lawsuits against ITT

A judge has ruled that complaints against the former for-profit institution may be better suited for criminal court.

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 4, 2016

Another for-profit closes — in the middle of the school day

Missouri College goes down without any prior warning for students to make other plans. 

By Jarrett Carter • Nov. 3, 2016

Tracking the demise of ITT Tech

The New York Times profiles the lawsuit that set in motion the eventual collapse of the for-profit giant. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 24, 2016

For-profit colleges big spenders in federal lobbying

The embattled sector of higher education is a major player in federal elections with increasing spending power. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 19, 2016

Minorities overwhelmingly enroll in for-profit schools

A new survey shows the overrepresentation of ethnic minorities in for-profit student enrollment over the last 10 years. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 17, 2016

Dyslexia, for-profits and CIOs: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on the for-profit sector's woes, a fun look at why IT pros should choose higher ed over the private sector, and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Oct. 14, 2016

DeVry University hit by Dept of Ed sanctions

In a press release Thursday, the U.S. Department of Education announced DeVry University will be eligible to receive federal funds only under provisional certification for up to five years.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Oct. 14, 2016

These 3 charts show the collapse of for-profit education

In just four short years, the sector has gone from a higher ed cash cow to a symbol of the industry's greatest troubles.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 13, 2016

Walden U facing program review from Minnesota higher ed officials

The news comes amid alleged predatory practices in marketing and job placement by the online institution.

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 10, 2016

For-profits rush for accreditation reprieve from ACCSC

After the collapse of sector giants ITT Tech and Corinthians, hundreds of institutions look to niche accrediting agency for survival. But inquiry from the federal government is stronger than ever. 

By Jarrett Carter • Oct. 7, 2016

Global business models may be key to for-profit survival

While schools throughout the country are losing students and facing collapse, Laureate International Universities sees growth with a globalized mission of access and affordability. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 26, 2016

ED moves closer to banning for-profit accreditor

The fallout continues for for-profit institutions nationwide, as the nation's largest sector accreditation agency receives more bad news from the federal government.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 26, 2016

Shifts, completion and for-profit woes: The week's most-read education news

Stay ahead of the class with the latest piece in our ongoing CIO series and more here!

By Roger Riddell • Sept. 23, 2016

Enrollment plummeting at for-profit schools

The Los Angeles Times reports enrollment is 'tanking' at the University of Phoenix and DeVry, in particular.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 23, 2016

DeVry to cut back on financial aid revenues

The for-profit institution says it is making the adjustment to show full-faith in higher education reform. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 22, 2016

Study: Coding bootcamps yield high returns on job placement, diversity

A new study reveals surprising outcomes about the post-completion effectiveness of these niche learning hubs.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 15, 2016

For-profit advocates accuse Dept of Ed of targeted attacks

Federal officials are denying accusations that recent rulemaking for student outcomes has been a singular attack to force the closure of for-profit schools. 

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 14, 2016

Doors open for next generation of for-profit institutions with ITT Tech closure

One coding company seizes the opportunity to recruit new students after the collapse of the for-profit giant.  

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 8, 2016

ITT Tech's closure leaves for-profit community 'in despair'

Industry insiders say the process could have been dragged out to allow for 'orderly transition' of students and employees, while those close to the Obama Administration maintain the institution had plenty of warning.

By Autumn A. Arnett • Sept. 7, 2016

Facing increasing pressure from Dept of Ed, ITT shuts down

The institution announced Tuesday it was closing the doors of more than 130 campuses, leaving 43,000 students and more than 8,000 employees out in the cold.

By Jarrett Carter • Sept. 6, 2016