Columbia University expels and suspends students over pro-Palestinian protests

Columbia University has expelled, suspended, or revoked the diplomas of students involved in last spring’s takeover of Hamilton Hall during pro-Palestinian protests.

Education Department lays off nearly 50% of its staff: What to know

The Education Department is laying off nearly 50% of its staff, raising questions about the agency’s ability to continue usual operations.

Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers

President Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper" activities.

Bronx girls’ Catholic School to close after 80 years: 'This is silencing young women'

Students and parents are reeling after Preston High School, a beloved all-girls Catholic school in the Throggs Neck section of the Bronx, announced it will be closing in June after nearly 80 years.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

MSHSL's transgender athlete policy under investigation by US Department of Education

The United States Department of Education announced an investigation into the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) after the state organization previously said it will allow students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity.

How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card

New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.

NYC schools could lose $2B if federal Department of Education is abolished

New York City schools could lose $2 billion if the federal Department of Education is abolished, NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Avilés-Ramos warned.

Here's how FAFSA could be affected as Trump vows to dismantle Dept. of Ed

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.

Here's what the Department of Education does, has done

When asked why he would put Linda McMahon in charge of the education department only to get rid of it, Trump said, "I want her to put herself out of a job."

College applications in 2025: Why it’s harder than ever to get accepted

If you've ever had a kid apply for college or done so yourself, then you know it can be stressful. Here's why 2025 is going to bring more challenges:

Nation’s Report Card reveals reading scores continue to decline: ‘A heartbreaking reality’

In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.

Trump signs executive order aiming to cut federal funding for ‘woke’ schools

President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."