Topic: Institute for College Access & Success
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Former Ed secretary: Only 4 percent of colleges worth the money. Families: Pick value.
Former Education Secretary Bennett argues that most of America's 3,500 colleges aren't worth the investment. As costs rise, more families are taking a harder look at a college's value instead of its reputation.
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Student loan interest doubles in July due to Congressional inaction
The rate for subsidized Stafford loans is set to increase from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent on July 1, due to Congressional inaction, just as millions of new college students start signing up for fall courses.
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Culinary schools: Are some not worth the dough?
Culinary schools reach pending settlement with dissatisfied students, who complained culinary schools lured them in with false promises.
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Will the student aid bill help with your college costs?
Congress is expected to vote this weekend not just on healthcare, but also on a student aid bill. Here’s a rundown of five key components in the legislation.
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