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Report: U of Arkansas system may buy University of Phoenix

Confessions of a Community College Dean

Image: The University of Arkansas System is considering a transaction in which it would transform the for-profit University of Phoenix into an independent nonprofit affiliate, spokespeople for both institutions have confirmed. “Being private equity owned, you’re always having that conversation,” Smiley said.

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Here are 6 promising higher ed predictions for 2025

University Business

The New Hampshire Department of Education has enacted a similar mandate , compelling two- and four-year universities to strengthen a seamless transfer pathway for college credits. Interest in attending trade school nearly doubled among both teens and adults since 2017. In 2024 alone, search traffic is up 27%.

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Reflections on 2018 and Predictions for 2019: with Drumm McNaughton | Changing Higher Ed Podcast 012

The Change Leader, Inc.

Weve also seen community colleges assume more of a role in reducing the costs of higher ed, as well as in degree completion. State (and other) colleges are beginning to put more emphasis on attracting transfer students. College Closures and Rejuvenation. This is up from 34% in 2017. This is huge.