There was lot of federal action over the last week, and states are also responding to the massive changes facing higher ed. Here’s a quick look at the most important stories shaping higher education ...

BYU’s “Cougar Pell Promise” is a “last-dollar in commitment” program to cover — or top off — the member tuition amount after other free aid resources had been applied, according to BYU. “Free aid” ...

Former Mayor Eric Adams “deliberately” underfunded crucial aid programs to keep the New York City budget balanced, according ...

On January 6, 2026, the New York Assembly introduced bill A9452 (Amendment), which would substantially amend the “Trapped at Work Act” (TAWA).

TAMPA, Fla. — The city of Tampa is working to launch a new program to assist homeowners with recovery after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Homeowner Hurricane Assistance program (HHA) will be open ...

The budget plan proposes to eliminate state income tax on tipped wages up to $25,000 per year. This applies to single filers earning up to $150,000 and joint filers earning up to $300,000.

New York lawmakers have introduced proposed amendments to the Trapped at Work Act aimed at clarifying the statute’s scope and addressing ...

College costs can add up quickly, but the university's Tuition Assistance Programs help you manage your money, navigate your career, and support your family. The programs make higher education more ...

College promise programs that aim to make higher education more affordable — and in many cases free entirely — for students have expanded across Texas in recent years. These programs, typically funded ...

A state program offering free tuition for SUNY and CUNY students is accepting applications through early February, Gov. Kathy Hochul recently announced. The Excelsior Scholarship application is open ...

Ohio State University is taking significant strides to make higher education more affordable with its Regional Campus Commitment program, aiming to remove tuition barriers for students. This ...

New York students planning to attend college this spring can now apply for tuition-free education through the Excelsior Scholarship. The state has opened applications for the Spring 2026 Excelsior ...