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Briefing Obama vs. Romney 101: 5 differences on education
President Obama says his policy initiatives are helping teachers, schools, and students. Mitt Romney advocates more school choice and private-sector involvement. Here is a look at how the two differ on eduction issues.
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Budget cuts: five groups likely to feel the pinch
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Difference Maker How a college president toppled the ivory tower
Pine Manor College was once a haven for privileged white women. Now its seeing a surge in low-income and minority students.
12/13/2010 02:07 pm -
The New Economy SAT test creator: Don't let tuition hikes scare you
SAT test company, The College Board, releases studies saying that while tuition still outpaces inflation, jumps in federal and private grants are keeping up.
10/28/2010 05:41 pm -
Tuition at public colleges jumps 8 percent, College Board reports
Tuition at four-year public universities rose again this year, outpacing inflation, according to a report released Thursday by The College Board. Federal aid to states and students softens the bite.
10/28/2010 11:02 am -
Gates gives $35 million to Obama's community college overhaul
At the first ever White House community college summit Tuesday, President Obama announces new grants to help community colleges prepare Americans for new jobs.
10/05/2010 09:26 pm -
College financial aid: More grant money available – and easier to find
College financial aid is easier to find through the government this year. Grants and loans are consolidated in one place, streamlining families' search for college financial aid.
08/30/2010 03:15 pm -
Squabble over $10 billion for teachers delays Afghanistan war money
A Democratic House leader wants Congress to spend $10 billion to save teacher jobs. The White House has threatened a veto. Meanwhile, funds for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are in limbo.
07/14/2010 10:20 am -
US college degrees: Still the best among world's top universities?
A US college degree has been the gold standard. But global economics and a crisis of confidence may be pushing the US down in rankings among top universities.
06/02/2010 12:16 pm -
Student loan reform: What will it mean for students?
President Obama signed the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act Tuesday, whose student loan reform will mean big savings for the US government, but not much change for students until 2014.
03/30/2010 07:22 pm -
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.
03/19/2010 01:54 pm -
The Vote State of the Union address -- President Obama's full remarks
Full text of President Obama's State of the Union address
01/27/2010 09:54 pm -
Obama speech: innovation key to future US jobs
Amid a blitz of public appearances, Obama touts government initiatives in education and energy as part of an economic strategy.
09/21/2009 01:00 am -
US House passes student loan overhaul
Private student loan providers would get the boot under the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act.
09/18/2009 03:51 pm -
Rising college costs prompt student loan reform
States struggle to contain fees at public universities while the federal government rolls out affordability measures to help counter the rising costs of higher education.
09/18/2009 01:00 am -
US House passes student loan overhaul
Private student loan providers would get the boot under the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act.
09/17/2009 01:00 am -
New scam: Get your free stimulus money now!
States are targeting cheats who offer stimulus checks in exchange for bank data or small downpayments.
09/08/2009 01:00 am -
The New Economy Starting in July, new ways to cut your student debt
06/25/2009 01:00 am -
Obama to make it easier to apply for college aid
The administration will reduce the number of questions on federal forms – currently so tortuous they deter many from applying.
06/24/2009 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View Making college more affordable for poor Americans
Obama's proposal to permanently fund Pell Grants will help the US regain global competitiveness.
06/09/2009 01:00 am -
The Monitor's View Obama's call for more higher ed
He aims to turn the US into the best-educated country. But the costs and goals need work.
03/05/2009 12:00 am -
The Monitor's View Mr. Duncan, show us the money
The Education secretary must build transparency into his stimulus spending.
02/23/2009 12:00 am -
Obama wins his economic stimulus package, but without the bipartisanship he sought
02/14/2009 12:00 am -
What stimulus bill can, and can’t, do
The $789 billion plan cuts taxes and shores up safety net. But how long will its benefits last?
02/12/2009 12:00 am -
Accord reached on final stimulus bill: $789 billion for 3.5 million jobs
House and Senate negotiators crafted a deal Wednesday, pushing for floor votes this week. Tax cuts make up about a third of the total expenditure.
02/11/2009 12:00 am -
After Senate passage, stimulus bill moves to next hurdles
Senate's $838 billion package of tax cuts and new spending must be reconciled with the House bill. There may be little room to maneuver.
02/10/2009 12:00 am -
The emerging stimulus bill: still big
The Senate is likely to vote Tuesday on its version. Talks with the House are already beginning.
02/08/2009 12:00 am
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