Latest education stories, updates and analysis from The Real News Journal.
New federal regulations governing student loan disbursements have left some US colleges struggling to update their systems in time, causing weeks-long payment delays that have pushed students towards eviction, missed bills and mounting debt.
The requirement for 16-year-olds in England to retake English and maths GCSEs if they fail is set to be abolished by 2028. The policy shift, which affects approximately one-third of students annually, aims to address concerns over the impact of compulsory resits on student well-being and future prospects, while stimulating the further education sector.
British universities are warning of financial instability and potential institutional failures following a significant drop in international student visa applications and the ongoing impact of frozen domestic tuition fees and a new levy on overseas students. Leaders across the sector are urging the government to reconsider its policies to safeguard the future of higher education.
