My parents made me take music lessons as a kid. I refused to do the same to my own children.
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How would the $70,000 fee on international students working in the US impact schools and grads? 2 lawyers break it down.
The Trump administration has proposed a new rule to introduce a $70,000 OPT fee. Lawyers say international students could be forced to pay up.
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US colleges could face a $70,000 fee for international students to work after graduation
A new DHS proposal could require US colleges to pay fees before recommending international graduates for work authorization.
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Here's how the largest fraternities earn and spend their millions
See how America's largest fraternities bring in millions through dues, housing, and more — and where all that money goes.
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The 35 colleges that produced the most US presidents, ranked
US presidents have attended private liberal arts colleges, large state research schools, and private Christian colleges. See where most of them went.
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I chose to study in China over a US college. Here's how I stayed plugged into Silicon Valley.
William Chen, the cofounder of Sapient Intelligence, took a 20-day trip across almost 10 US colleges during his winter break at Tsinghua University.
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The college with the highest first-year retention rate in every state
College retention rates are an important admissions factor because they're a strong indicator of student satisfaction.
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The states where borrowers owe the most in federal student loans, ranked by average balance
The total federal student loan portfolio now exceeds $1.72 trillion, with 42.3 million borrowers. But borrowers in Maryland owe the most on average.
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15 US colleges now cost more than $100,000 a year. See the list, ranked by cost of attendance.
Over a dozen colleges are now part of the six-figure club, costing students over $100,000. But all of these schools also offer generous financial aid.
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Billionaire Ken Griffin’s latest Miami push: A $3 billion gift for a top-tier school's South Florida campus
The billionaire Citadel founder has changed the Magic City since relocating his firms there in 2022.
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I go to a tuition-free college where every student works part-time. I'm very busy, but I'll graduate nearly debt-free.
Grace Mullins, a student at Berea College in Kentucky, shares her experience at a labor college, where students work and many graduate debt-free.
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I turned down a scholarship at UPenn to attend the more expensive Columbia. I still wonder if I made the right choice.
I chose to attend Columbia because I always loved the idea of living and working in New York City. But I wonder if that dream was too high a price.
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AI is prompting these Gen Zers to learn how to type
Gen Zers are taking typing classes. You need a keyboard to use AI — and they're used to phones.
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This small town librarian offers a 'Bye, Bye AI' class to take AI off your phone. Now everyone wants in.
A library in upstate New York is going viral for helping people turn off AI. The librarian behind it is happy to help people with AI too.
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I moved between 2 countries and languages as a teen. I got very good at proving myself.
I attended four high schools while moving between the US and Dominican Republic. Constantly being misjudged taught me to advocate for myself.
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I was a super-volunteer when my kids were in elementary school. Once they reached high school, I turned that role over to my husband.
High school volunteering relies more on mentoring, practical skills, and giving teens responsibility — a role my husband embraced.
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The states where adults without bachelor's degrees earn the most — and the least
See which US states offer the highest median earnings for adults with some college or an associate degree but without bachelor's degrees.
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What to know about the Horowitz Andreessen Academy, Silicon Valley's $42 million AI-era college alternative
What you need to know about the Horowitz Andreessen Academy, including how much it costs, who's teaching, and how to apply.
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The 21 best state universities in the US, ranked
The 21 highest-ranked public schools in the US include six in California.
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I was awarded $1 million in scholarships to NYU. I also sacrificed a lot of my teenage life to get there.
I received more than $1 million in combined college aid and scholarship offers and a full ride to NYU. Getting there became a second job.
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The most and least educated US states, ranked
Some states prioritize advanced degrees, while others have more associate degrees. But Massachusetts holds the highest share of educated adults.
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My 3 kids are all enrolled at the same college. Knowing they're together helps, but I'm still struggling with my empty nest.
My youngest kid just enrolled at Fordham, the same college my older twins attend. I love that they have each other, but I feel alone in my empty nest.
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The 25 colleges where students study the most hours a week, ranked
Most college students all over the country are studying hard, but some are putting in more hours — and it's not just Ivy League students.
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I didn't know what TikTok was. My student took my phone, made an account, and changed my career.
Chemistry teacher Phillip Cook joined TikTok at a student's suggestion. His first experiment got 75,000 views and launched his creator career.
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Some US colleges now cost over $100,000 a year. These are the 35 most expensive schools in the US, ranked.
The cost of attending some US colleges and universities now tops six figures annually. See the most expensive schools in America for 2027.
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How hard is it to get into the nation's most selective universities? See the 25 lowest acceptance rates in the US.
These are the hardest universities across the US to receive an acceptance letter from.
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The top 15 party schools in the US, ranked
Social life can shape a student's college experiences. This year, Florida State University in Tallahassee was ranked the top party school.
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Ann Arbor, Michigan, is one of the US' best college towns. See why students and locals love the Midwestern city.
Ann Arbor is consistently ranked among the best college towns in the US. Its culture, community, and academics make it a top location.
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The 20 US colleges with the best food, ranked
Niche identified the top US colleges for campus food options, based on student reviews and meal plan costs.
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We regret redshirting our son. Skipping a grade fixed the problem.
We held our son back for kindergarten because of different state cutoffs. When he became bored academically, we moved him ahead a grade.
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25 colleges where students graduate with high federal debt
College isn't cheap. Students graduate from these 25 institutions with some of the highest median federal debt.
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I'm a former Accenture consultant. I saw why so many workplace conflicts go unresolved.
At Accenture, Lauren Bronson saw senior leaders struggle to confront toxic clients. Now, she helps leaders find common ground.
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Inside the parent fight that led to AI's expulsion from NYC schools: 'Wait, my 7-year-old's using AI?'
Some New York City parents say AI use in schools is bad for kids. Other say it's necessary. Both lobbied the Mamdani administration in recent months.
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The largest college by enrollment in every state
Students looking for a more diverse student body, an array of majors, and lots of extracurriculars often enroll at larger universities.
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The states where K-12 students care most about doing well in school, ranked
K-12 student engagement varies across the US. New Jersey had the highest percentage of children who care most about school. Alaska had the lowest.
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Mamdani expels AI from the classroom for 600,000 students
The new guidelines will block or delete AI from school software used by elementary and middle school students, as well as limits on screen time.
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Graduates of a small West Coast college are earning more than Harvard and Stanford alums. Here's why.
Samuel Merritt University, a small college in the Bay Area, has some of America's highest-earning graduates — thanks to its focus and location.
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Our kids are college graduates, but we're paying their rent. We understand what they're up against.
My husband and I aren't bailing out our 20-something kids by paying their rent. We're giving them a head start for their next chapter.
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I loved attending an HBCU, but now I'm still struggling with student loan debt 20 years later. I don't want the same for my kids.
I attended Clark Atlanta University, an HBCU. I loved it, but I'm struggling with debt 20 years later. I don't want the same for my kids.
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The White House posted a video of Tim and Moby in MAGA hats. Their creators responded with a copyright lesson.
Tim and Moby's creators responded with a video explaining copyright infringement. Copyright lawyers say they have a case against the White House.
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The best college town or city for students in every US state
Every US state offers students a variety of possible student experiences. Here are the best college towns and cities in every state across the US.
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My son is moving from a small private school to a large public one. As a school counselor, this is how I'm easing the transition.
My son knows almost no one at his new high school. We spent the summer getting him ready for his freshman year.
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The best university or college in every US state
Choosing where to go for college can be one of the biggest decisions teenagers and their families make. Here's the best college in your state.
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I chose community college to save money. Now Yale is giving me a full ride.
After immigrating from Brazil, Thalles de Souza attended community college to save money. He beat long odds to transfer to Yale with a full scholarship.
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Steve Hanke says he has 'no problem' with his students using AI to cheat — as he's an 'old fox' who easily sniffs them out
Steve Hanke, who's been teaching at Johns Hopkins for nearly 60 years, said it's "blatant when a student submission has been generated by AI."
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We poured thousands into cheerleading instead of my daughter's college fund. I don't regret that choice.
My daughter's cheer dreams came with a big price tag. Now we're figuring out how we'll pay for college.
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The states with the highest and lowest student-to-teacher ratios, ranked
States like Arizona, California, and Florida, all with seven-figure student populations, have among the highest student-to-teacher ratios in the US.
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The states where students are most and least likely to leave home for college, ranked
See which US states send the highest and lowest shares of first-time college students out of state, based on 2024 Department of Education data.
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I dropped out at 16 to become a Buddhist monk. Now my startup has raised $25 million to take on Accenture.
Lilly Chen is a former teenage monk turned tech CEO who's now competing with consulting giants like Accenture for prime government business.
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