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Income-driven repayment overhaul draws praise, criticism

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The Education Department on Tuesday unveiled the details of its planned overhaul of income-driven repayment, which could transform the financing of higher education by providing more generous student loan repayment and forgiveness terms. Over all, the changes are expected to have a net budget impact of $137.9

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2023 Higher Education Year in Review and 2024 Predictions: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 187 with Host Deborah Maue and Guest Dr. Drumm McNaughton

The Change Leader, Inc.

The federal government’s COVID assistance played a critical role in temporarily sustaining institutions, particularly smaller colleges, which otherwise faced the risk of closure. million in the first round of COVID relief funds, underscoring the significant impact of these aids.

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Washington Update: Dismantling the Department of Education and Redefining Oversight for Higher Ed: Changing Higher Ed podcast 252 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Tom Netting

The Change Leader, Inc.

These developments have immediate and long-term consequences for college presidents, boards, financial aid departments, and the students they serve. To help institutional leaders understand the scope and implications of these changes, this weeks podcast features returning guest Tom Netting, president of TEN Government Strategies.

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Higher Education Inquirer - Untitled Article

Higher Education Inquirer

Department of Education, one of the federal governments smallest Cabinet-level agencies, operates programs across every level of education. In fact, less than 8% of public school revenue came from federal agencies, including the Education Department, before COVID-19 reached the U.S.