For-Profit: Page 11
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Clinton hire signals more trouble for for-profits
A key hire from the Obama Administration may spell continuing struggles for an already hard-hit sector of higher education if the Democratic nominee is elected president.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 31, 2016 -
In California, the spiral continues for ITT
The state levied additional sanctions against the for-profit juggernaut, bringing the company one step closer to full closure.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 30, 2016 -
Ed Dept deals severe blow to ITT's survival
The latest round of federal intervention against the for-profit mainstay may be too much for the institution to survive.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 29, 2016 -
Literacy leadership and enrollment: The week's most-read education news
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By Roger Riddell • Aug. 19, 2016 -
Dept of Ed sends mixed signals on for-profit accountability
A new experimental partnership between the federal government, nonprofit colleges and corporations gives inconsistent ideas about protecting students from predatory institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 19, 2016 -
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Deep DiveUbiquity University seeks new ground in for-profit education
The online institution is staking the future of its success on affordability, global connectivity with industry and personal service commitments of students.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 12, 2016 -
Facing shutdown, for-profit accreditor names new leader
Under continuing pressure from the Department of Education and amid downsizing and closure of member schools, the nation's largest for-profit accreditor appoints a new president.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 3, 2016 -
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Embattled for-profit college network under new scrutiny
Former Maine Gov. John McKernan faces questions over the use of nonprofit scholarship fundraising for schools now deemed to be predatory institutions.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 2, 2016 -
ITT to reduce enrollment by nearly 60%
Scrutiny from the US Department of Education is forcing the for-profit to cut costs in critical areas.
By Jarrett Carter • Aug. 1, 2016 -
Liberal arts demand and summer slide: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on food insecurity's impact on education, Coachella Valley's rock-and-roll superintendent and more right here!
By Roger Riddell • July 29, 2016 -
Zenith gets $250M in support of Corinthian revamp
The nonprofit group that bought the majority of the for-profit's campuses doubles down on career pathways approach.
By Jarrett Carter • July 29, 2016 -
STEM gateways and federal higher ed plans: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the pack with the latest on Cuban officials' excitement about potential US higher ed partnerships and more here.
By Roger Riddell • July 15, 2016 -
Despite industrial opposition, established for-profits continue growth
While some small nonprofit schools are struggling to survive, eCampus News reports many for-profit schools are thriving with innovation in technology and student outreach.
By Jarrett Carter • June 24, 2016 -
ACICS announces blue ribbon panel to correct oversight issues
The move by the major accreditor of for-profit colleges is seemingly a last effort to save its standing with the US Department of Education.
By Jarrett Carter • June 23, 2016 -
Study examines why students choose for-profit education
More than two million students are enrolled in for-profit schools, and they tend to be older, minority students from low-income families with low levels of educational attainment.
By Jarrett Carter • June 22, 2016 -
Could intense federal scrutiny lead to ITT's collapse?
The US Department of Education is asking ITT to reserve cash assets in the event that the school collapses.
By Jarrett Carter • June 8, 2016 -
ACICS pledges massive reforms in wake of criticism
It may be too little, too late to appease those calling for the group's expulsion from the US Department of Education's roster of accrediting bodies.
By Jarrett Carter • June 7, 2016 -
California AG joins call to revoke ACICS approval
Kamala Harris sent a letter urging the US Department of Ed to revoke federal recognition of the leading accreditor of for-profits.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 3, 2016 -
Credentialing a pressing issue as more students earn certificates
In a diverse and competitive higher education marketplace, there is a dire need to make sense of the array of student options.
By Tara García Mathewson • June 3, 2016 -
US Ed Dept taps new law firm to oversee for-profit Zenith
Squire Patton Boggs will serve as the new independent monitor for the company, which took over more than 50 former Corinthian Colleges campuses in 2015.
By Tara García Mathewson • May 31, 2016 -
iPads and lackluster higher ed websites: The week's most-read education news
Stay ahead of the class with the latest on DeVry's leadership shake-up and more right here.
By Roger Riddell • May 27, 2016 -
DeVry CEO shake-up follows FTC lawsuit, Veterans Affairs suspension
Board member Lisa Wardell has replaced Daniel Hamburger as CEO of the for-profit education provider.
By Roger Riddell • May 24, 2016 -
23 veterans groups demand Veterans Affairs action on for-profits
The Veterans Affairs Department reportedly gives some $1.7 billion in GI Bill funds to the for-profit college industry but hasn't done much to monitor the schools.
By Roger Riddell • May 23, 2016 -
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Crow, overtime and growth areas: The week’s most-read education news
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By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2016 -
Apollo for-profits to do away with arbitration clauses
The clauses will no longer appear in students' enrollment agreements after July 1.
By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2016
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