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College Admissions in 2026: 6 Trends Every Family Should Know

adminAugust 17, 2026

If your last frame of reference for college admissions is your own application (or even your older kid’s from a few years ago), 2026 is going to feel unfamiliar. Testing requirements are swinging back, AI has quietly become part of how applications get read, and the pool of applicants itself is starting to shrink for...

Federal Student Aid in 2026: What the New Loan Rules Actually Mean for Families

adminAugust 17, 2026

If you or your kid are heading to college in the next few years, the rules for paying for it just changed more than they have in over a decade. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes federal student loans, repayment plans, and FAFSA eligibility starting with the 2026–27 academic year — and “just fill...

AI in the Classroom: The Defining Education Story of 2026

adminAugust 4, 2026

If there’s one topic dominating US education conversations in 2026, it’s this: artificial intelligence has moved from novelty to fixture, and schools are now grappling with harder questions than “are students cheating.” From Cheating Panic to Deeper Questions For the past few years, the AI-in-schools conversation centered almost entirely on academic integrity — could ChatGPT...

Community College vs. Four-Year University: Which Is Right for You?

adminJuly 24, 2026

Choosing between community college and a traditional four-year university is one of the biggest decisions students face — and there’s no universally right answer. Here’s how to weigh the tradeoffs. The Case for Community College 1. Significantly lower cost. Tuition at community colleges is typically a fraction of four-year university costs, even before factoring in...

5 High-Paying Careers You Can Train for Without a Four-Year Degree in 2026

adminJuly 21, 2026

Rising tuition, mounting student debt, and skills-based hiring are pushing more Americans to rethink the four-year degree path. The data backs it up: roughly 5.7 million full-time US workers without a bachelor’s degree already earn $100,000 or more a year, and employers across industries are quietly dropping degree requirements in favor of certifications and hands-on...

How to Save Money on College in 2026: Scholarships, Grants, and Tuition-Free Options

adminJuly 21, 2026

College costs keep climbing, but “free money” for school is more available than most students realize. Average tuition and fees for 2025–26 run $11,950 for in-state public students and $31,880 out-of-state, with total cost of attendance at many four-year schools topping $38,000 a year. Here are five ways to cut that bill down. 1. File...

5 Tuition-Free Universities in the US for Your Master’s

adminMarch 6, 2026

Pursuing a master's degree in the United States doesn't always mean drowning in student debt. While most American universities charge hefty tuition fees, a select few institutions offer completely tuition-free graduate programs.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Turning Point USA’s Erika Kirk visit Genoa-Kingston High School

adminFebruary 9, 2026

On Thursday, February 6, 2026, U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk visited Genoa-Kingston High School as part of the Department of Education's "History Rocks! Trail to Independence" tour. The event, which was meant to celebrate America's upcoming 250th anniversary, sparked significant controversy and debate within the Illinois community.

The Trump vs Universities Stand-off: Faculty and Staff

adminFebruary 2, 2026

The relationship between the Trump administration and America's higher education institutions has evolved into one of the most contentious political battles of 2025. At the heart of this conflict are the faculty and staff members who find themselves caught between federal pressure and institutional integrity, facing unprecedented challenges that threaten both their livelihoods and academic freedom.

The United States of America v. Higher Education

adminJanuary 30, 2026

The relationship between America and its higher education system has become increasingly strained, resembling a courtroom battle where both sides present compelling arguments. As tuition costs skyrocket and student debt reaches astronomical levels, the nation finds itself questioning whether the promise of higher education still holds true.

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