Six in ten parents in the USA want their kids in college: Is the degree debate overblown?
Despite mounting skepticism over cost, politics, and job outcomes, most U.S. parents still want their children in college. A recent survey finds six in ten prefer a two- or four-year…
Why brilliant students get rejected from their dream US universities: Here’s what really matters in applications
Top US universities seek more than high grades and test scores in applicants. They assess intellectual vitality, community impact, authenticity, and institutional fit. As reported by Forbes, academic rigour, class…
After Florida’s 4,561-book purge, will other states follow its path?
Florida’s sweeping purge of 4,561 books has set a new precedent in U.S. education, sparking fears of nationwide censorship. From Hillsborough to Escambia, districts are erasing works by women, LGBTQ+…
Without international students, many US colleges may vanish: How it happens and who’s most at risk
A National Foundation for American Policy report warns that many US colleges could shut down without international students and immigrants. Falling birth rates and stricter immigration policies are shrinking student…
Canada’s 2026 Express Entry visa: 5 crucial insights students can’t afford to miss
Canada is set to launch a Leadership & Innovation category within its Express Entry system in 2026, fast-tracking permanent residency for senior managers, researchers, scientists, and elite military professionals from…
Are you an H1B visa holder waiting for a green card? All you need to know about Trump’s new USCIS “Good Moral Character” policy
H1B visa holders aiming for US permanent residency face stricter scrutiny under new USCIS guidelines emphasizing “good moral character.” Beyond legal compliance, applicants must show community involvement, stable employment, family…
Brian O’Kelley donated a $1.6 billion fortune for social good: 6 life lessons students can learn from him
Brian O’Kelley, co-founder of AppNexus, redefined tech success by donating most of his $1.6 billion exit to social causes, keeping less than $100 million for himself. From Princeton to building…
Shutting out international students could close many US colleges, and cost Americans the most
America’s universities face a stark future as declining birth rates and restrictive immigration policies threaten to drain campuses of international students. The fallout reaches beyond lecture halls—small colleges risk closure,…
7 elite colleges beyond the Ivy League to study Political Science in the US
Beyond the Ivy League, several research universities offer prestigious and specialised political science programs. These institutions, located across the US, provide rigorous academics, real-world political engagement, and global perspectives. They…
Chancellor proposes merging Oakland’s two largest colleges into ‘Oakland City College’ amid financial strain
Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson has proposed merging Laney and Merritt colleges into a single institution named Oakland City College, in response to mounting financial strain on the Peralta Community College District.…
