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5 things you need to know about the new SAT
Here’s what you need to know if you’re a high school senior taking the new, redesigned SAT. The test will be given for the first time on Saturday, March 5.

This Chicago college canceled spring break to save money
A budget impasse in Illinois has forced Chicago State University to cancel spring break as a way to save money.

Man arrested by U.S. Marshals for unpaid student loan
U.S. Marshals arrested a Texas man last week over his outstanding student loan debt from 29 years ago.

Americans are moving to Europe for free college degrees
Americans can get a free college degree at 44 schools in Europe — including all public colleges in Germany, Iceland, Norway and Finland.

Illinois university forced to lay off 200 workers
Eastern Illinois University laid off 198 staff members this week, and the college president is blaming the state legislature.

A stranger pledged $1 million to put these kindergarteners through college
A California couple decided to send a kindergarten class to college for free, instead of buying a boat.

University of Phoenix owner gets out as 50,500 students flee
A former deputy secretary in Obama’s Department of Education will take over the University of Phoenix’s parent company, Apollo Education Group, once the sale is finalized.

How one grad cut her student loan debt by $20,000
There’s a good chance you can save money by refinancing your student loans.

Our sons’ $189,000 student debt is delaying our retirement
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Why America’s most expensive college is a bargain
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The highest paid private college presidents
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This employer gives you $10,000 to pay off student loans
Natixis Global Asset Management is the latest company to offer its workers extra cash to use for paying down their student loan debt.

Why tech companies support affirmative action
IBM, Intel and DuPont have urged the Supreme Court to uphold affirmative action polices that allow colleges to consider race when admitting students.

Holiday party controversy stirs call to defund school’s diversity office
While more colleges ramp up their diversity offices, one local lawmaker wants to defund one at the University of Tennessee over its holiday party guidance.

How to repay $125,000 in student loans
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Get ready for Generation Z at work
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Looking for a better job? Try the Steve Jobs approach
Millions of 20-somethings want better jobs. But people don’t get coveted jobs by simply firing off resumes online.

What happens to college diversity if you kill affirmative action?
Doing away with affirmative action and considering economic class in college admissions doesn’t always maintain ethnic and racial diversity.

Students face bigger tuition bills amid Illinois budget stalemate
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Why Friday is the best day to apply for financial aid
Filling out the FAFSA is the most important thing you need to do to get financial help paying for college.

New York will pay your student loan bills for two years
Some recent New York grads won’t have to pay anything toward their student loans for two years.

Not every liberal arts grad is working as a barista
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How New York City would make community college tuition-free
There’s a lot of talk about making colleges across the country tuition-free. This is how New York City would make it work for students at its seven CUNY community colleges.

The secret to getting into Harvard: Be nicer
A new report from Harvard University outlines how college admissions offices can take the pressure down a notch, and encourage high-schoolers to focus more on the public good rather than personal achievement.

Illinois paid lottery winners before college students
Illinois’ budget mess has tied up funds for certain state programs, including grants for the neediest college students.

Stranger pays it forward to Illinois college student
Some of Illinois’ neediest college students face bigger tuition bills because of the state’s budget mess. But one student can stop scrambling thanks to a donation from a generous stranger.

Stanford and Harvard got over $1 billion in donations in 2015
Stanford University got $1.63 billion in donations in 2015, the most of all U.S. colleges.

America’s 10 richest colleges
The 10 richest colleges in the U.S. have endowments of at least $10 billion, but the average investment return took a dive during 2015.

DeVry University sued for ‘deception’
DeVry University was sued by the Federal Trade Commission Wednesday for ads that allegedly mislead students about job placement rates.

Illinois colleges are running out of cash amid state budget battle
Illinois’ 12 public universities and 48 community colleges are not having a good year. State funding is on hold until lawmakers pass a budget and many schools are taking drastic measures just to stay afloat.

What your college major says about your job potential
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George Washington University ditched the SAT and applications soared
After killing its SAT requirement, George Washington University saw an increase in applications from blacks, Hispanics, international students and those who would be the first in their family to go to college.