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May 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM

Student loan rates set to reach 16-year high: 'It's a shock'

The move could add thousands to a borrower's total payments, one expert said.
May 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM
A group of students walking outside of a college campus
May 9, 2024 at 6:54 PM

This cruise line just announced year-round discounts for teachers

Teachers eyeing a summer vacation can find discounts and onboard credits on Norwegian Cruise Line.
May 9, 2024 at 6:54 PM
In this April 23, 2021, file photo, the cruise ship Norwegian Sun from Norwegian Cruise Line is shown near the island of Aruba.
May 9, 2024 at 2:49 PM

School bus driver on a mission to spread positivity to students

A Florida school bus driver is spreading positivity with students' handwritten messages and drawings lining the inside of his school bus.
May 9, 2024 at 2:49 PM
Anthony Burgess, a bus driver for Pinellas County Schools in Florida, spreads positivity to students with handwritten messages displayed on the inside of his school bus.
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM

Arkansas cannot prevent 2 teachers from discussing critical race theory in classroom, judge rules

A federal judge has ruled Arkansas cannot prevent two high school teachers from discussing critical race theory in the classroom but is stopping short of more broadly blocking the state from enforcing its ban on so-called indoctrination in public schools
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM
FILE - Students make their way into Little Rock Central High School on Monday, Aug. 24, 2020, for the first day of classes in the Little Rock School District. A federal judge ruled, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, that Arkansas cannot prevent two high school teachers from discussing critical race theory in the classroom, but stopped short of more broadly blocking the state from enforcing its ban on “indoctrination” in public schools. The prohibition is being challenged by two teachers and two students at Little Rock Central High School, site of the 1957 desegregation crisis.(Tommy Metthe/Arkansas Democrat-Gazette via AP, FIle)
May 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM

Longtime friends with Down syndrome are ready to attend college together

Jules Gray and Ava Shahbahrami from Lexington, South Carolina, have been best friends since first grade and will continue their strong bond at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
May 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM
VIDEO: Longtime friends with Down syndrome are ready to attend college together
May 6, 2024 at 1:18 PM

Want to show teachers appreciation? This top school gives them more freedom

A top Florida public school attributes its students’ high test scores to the creativity its teachers are allowed in the classroom
May 6, 2024 at 1:18 PM
Superintendent of Schools Joel Herbst speaks during an interview, Monday, April 15, 2024, at A.D. Henderson School in Boca Raton, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
May 4, 2024 at 10:28 AM

Saint Augustine's University teachers have not been paid, risks being shut down

Saint Augustine's University buying time before forced to losing accreditation.
May 4, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Saint Augustine's University accreditation appeal was denied.
May 3, 2024 at 6:07 PM

More Gen Zers choosing non-traditional routes after high school graduation

High tuition costs are causing some students to opt for trade schools over four-year colleges.
May 3, 2024 at 6:07 PM
VIDEO: More Gen Zers choosing non-traditional routes after high school graduation
May 3, 2024 at 2:59 PM

Inside White House dinner to honor teachers

"GMA" gets an exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the special State Dinner at the White House to honor America’s top teachers.
May 3, 2024 at 2:59 PM
VIDEO: Inside White House dinner to honor teachers
May 2, 2024 at 9:59 PM

11 sets of twins set to graduate high school together

"It's really nice to know that like in each class there's someone that's been on the same path as you as far as siblings go," said Gianna DiPerna, who is graduating with her twin Gabriella DiPerna.
May 2, 2024 at 9:59 PM
VIDEO: 11 sets of twins set to graduate high school together
May 2, 2024 at 1:51 AM

Legacy In Peril: An HBCU's journey navigating debt and accreditation issues

Historically Black Colleges and Universities face unique challenges, including funding. ABC's Morgan Norwood spoke to the president of St. Augustine's University about their financial struggles.
May 2, 2024 at 1:51 AM
VIDEO: Legacy In Peril: An HBCU's journey navigating debt and accreditation issues
May 1, 2024 at 8:30 PM

How book bans are impacting Asian authors

In 2023, unique book titles saw a 60% rise in removal or restriction in schools and libraries compared to the previous year.
May 1, 2024 at 8:30 PM
In 2023, unique book titles saw a 60% rise in removal or restriction in schools and libraries compared to the previous year.
May 1, 2024 at 6:54 PM

Experts fear 'catastrophic' college declines thanks to botched FAFSA rollout

The bungled rollout of a new federal student aid form has left millions of students in limbo and some wondering if their college dreams will survive
May 1, 2024 at 6:54 PM
Ashnaelle Bijoux poses on campus, Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Norwich Free Academy in Norwich, Conn. Bijoux, a senior at NFA, has been unable to complete the FAFSA form due to a glitch with the form. Without the form and the financial aid it brings, Bijoux won't be able to pursue her goal of going to Southern Connecticut State University to become a therapist. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)
May 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM

Proud dad cannot contain his excitement over daughter’s impressive SAT score

His reaction is absolutely everything.
May 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM
VIDEO: Proud dad cannot contain his excitement overt daughter’s impressive SAT score
April 30, 2024 at 10:41 PM

Formerly incarcerated single mom passes bar on 1st try

“It doesn’t matter where you come from, it matters where you’re going,” Fordham Law student Afrika Owens told "GMA."
April 30, 2024 at 10:41 PM
VIDEO: Formerly incarcerated single mom passes bar on 1st try, shares emotions in viral video
April 30, 2024 at 4:58 PM

Morehouse not rescinding Biden's commencement invitation amid some criticism

Morehouse College will still bring Biden to speak at the school's commencement on May 19, amid some complaints from faculty, students and alumni over the Israel-Hamas war
April 30, 2024 at 4:58 PM
President Joe Biden speaks to a crowd at the Atlanta University Center Consortium, part of both Morehouse College and Clark Atlanta University on January 11, 2022, in Atlanta.
April 29, 2024 at 3:10 AM

Campus anti-war protesters dig in from New York to California

Protests against the war in Gaza are roiling college campuses nationwide
April 29, 2024 at 3:10 AM
A woman wearing a keffiyeh walks by a pro-Palestinian encampment, advocating for financial disclosure and divestment from all companies tied to Israel and calling for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, inside Columbia University Campus on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)
April 28, 2024 at 3:26 PM

High school seniors choosing between traditional college or trade schools

As tuition and other costs for a four-year college degree soar, many Gen Zers are staying away from traditional colleges and joining trade schools and apprenticeships.
April 28, 2024 at 3:26 PM
VIDEO: High school seniors choosing between traditional college or trade schools
April 27, 2024 at 6:14 AM

Class of 2024 reflects on college years marked by COVID-19, life's lost milestones

For many in the graduating class of 2024, the unrest at campuses across the country over the Israel-Hamas war has marked an emotional end to their college experiences that started amid a pandemic
April 27, 2024 at 6:14 AM
A graduating senior takes photos under the University of Southern California mascot on campus, Thursday, April 25, 2024, in Los Angeles. The school has canceled its main graduation ceremony as protests against the Israel-Hamas war continued to intensify. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
April 26, 2024 at 9:50 PM

Editor-in-chief of Columbia's student newspaper talks protests on campus

Isabella Ramirez, the editor-in-chief and president of Columbia's student newspaper, joins ABC News Live to discuss anti-war protests at the university.
April 26, 2024 at 9:50 PM
VIDEO: Editor-in-chief of Columbia's student newspaper talks protests on campus
April 25, 2024 at 11:46 PM

Fewer companies requiring new employees to have a degree

Newly graduated college students are learning their degrees may carry less weight than they did in prior decades. The panel discusses the significance of college degrees.
April 25, 2024 at 11:46 PM
VIDEO: Fewer companies requiring new employees to have a degree
April 25, 2024 at 10:11 AM

At Columbia protests, Johnson booed and heckled as he calls for 'order'

During his visit to Columbia University, Speaker Mike Johnson joined New York House Republicans in calling on Minouche Shafik to potentially resign
April 25, 2024 at 10:11 AM
Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson attends a news conference at Columbia University in response to demonstrators protesting in support of Palestinians, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in New York, April 24, 2024.
April 24, 2024 at 8:32 PM

USDA announces changes to school meals: What to know

School meals will get a makeover thanks to the new rules from the USDA.
April 24, 2024 at 8:32 PM
April 24, 2024 at 6:06 PM

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to visit Columbia University protesters

Protests on college campuses across the country have been calling for the divestment of funds from Israeli military operations.
April 24, 2024 at 6:06 PM
VIDEO: House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to visit Columbia University protesters
April 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont pushes for more financial literacy education in schools

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont spoke with ABC News Live's Linsey Davis about his push to bring more financial literacy programs to young students.
April 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is interviewed by ABC News.
April 22, 2024 at 11:39 PM

California teen celebrates Yale acceptance with family

High school student Metztli Lopez, who plans to study law, was also accepted to Columbia University, Duke University, UCLA, the UC Berkeley and several other top schools.
April 22, 2024 at 11:39 PM
VIDEO: California teen celebrates Yale acceptance with family
April 22, 2024 at 6:07 PM

How to manage back-to-school stress for parents, students and teachers

Psychologist Leah Lagos shares advice on how to deal with school-related anxiety.
April 22, 2024 at 6:07 PM
VIDEO:  How to manage back-to-school stress for parents, students and teachers
April 22, 2024 at 2:07 PM

Medical student calls mom who died, informs she matched to her top residency program

In 2020, Paighton Noel called her mom, Jacquie Sorrells, that she got into medical school. Four years later, Noel called her mom, who passed away, to leave a voicemail about another exciting update.
April 22, 2024 at 2:07 PM
VIDEO: Medical student calls mom who died, informing her that she matched to her top residency program
April 21, 2024 at 12:16 AM

USC redesigns commencement program, canceling all speakers

The University of Southern California announced it redesigned its commencement program and canceled all speakers after earlier canceling the valedictorian's address because of "security concerns."
April 21, 2024 at 12:16 AM
VIDEO: USC redesigns commencement program, canceling all speakers
April 20, 2024 at 2:09 AM

USC cancels all commencement speakers after canceled valedictorian speech

The University of Southern California announced on Friday all commencement speakers are being eliminated from the commencement ceremony next week.
April 20, 2024 at 2:09 AM
In this March 12, 2019, file photo, the University of Southern California is shown in Los Angeles.
April 18, 2024 at 6:23 PM

USC valedictorian speaks out after school canceled her commencement speech

Asna Tabassum, the valedictorian of the University of Southern California, opened up about the decision by school leaders to cancel her commencement speech.
April 18, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Asna Tabassum, USC's Valedictorian whose speech was canceled out of safety concerns concerning her pro-Palestinian views, speaks with ABC News.
April 18, 2024 at 6:16 PM

Students protest at Columbia University following president's congressional hearing

Protestors swarmed the Columbia University campus as frustration grows over the school's handling of antisemitism.
April 18, 2024 at 6:16 PM
VIDEO: Students protest at Columbia University following president's congressional hearing
April 18, 2024 at 2:20 AM

USC cancels valedictorian’s speech citing security concerns

ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with pro-Palestinian University of Southern California valedictorian Asna Tabassum about the controversy surrounding her canceled graduation speech.
April 18, 2024 at 2:20 AM
VIDEO: USC cancels valedictorian’s speech citing security concerns
April 17, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Congressional committee grills Columbia University president on campus antisemitism

Columbia University President Nemat "Minouche" Shafik testified Wednesday before a congressional committee investigating antisemitism on the New York City campus.
April 17, 2024 at 7:58 PM
President of Columbia University Nemat "Minouche" Shafik testifies before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce hearing on "Columbia in Crisis: Columbia University's Response to Antisemitism" in Washington, Apr. 17, 2024.
April 17, 2024 at 1:17 PM

Financial aid for college in chaos amid new FAFSA

Following the update of the FAFSA form, here’s what parents should know about the changes and what they can do to help their college-bound students.
April 17, 2024 at 1:17 PM
A group of college students walk on their university campus in a stock image.
April 16, 2024 at 9:22 PM

USC cancels valedictorian's speech amid Palestinian support, student decries decision

The University of Southern California has come under fire for canceling the speech of a student's valedictorian's speech at commencement.
April 16, 2024 at 9:22 PM
The University Village area of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
April 16, 2024 at 7:41 PM

Teen goes viral for sharing college rejection letter

Nicole Laeno's rejection letter from UCLA has over 45 million views on TikTok.
April 16, 2024 at 7:41 PM
VIDEO: Teen goes viral for sharing college rejection letter
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Lincoln University administrator's suicide spotlights Black women's struggles

The death of an administrator at Lincoln University has brought attention to the difficulties that Black women face in the education system.
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Dr. Antoinette Candia-Bailey is shown in this undated file photo.
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Biden cancels another $7.4 billion in student debt

The new round of student loan forgiveness frees up 277,000 borrowers of $7.4 billion in debt.
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VIDEO: Biden cancels another $7.4 billion in student debt
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White House cancels $7.4B in student debt

President Joe Biden is canceling more than $7 billion in student loan debt for more borrowers. Plus, Uber is boosting its safety features.
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VIDEO: White House cancels $7.4B in student debt
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Education secretary elevates deputy amid focus on affordability, enrollment deadlines

Prior to her work at the Education Department, LaWanda Toney ran the strategic communications team at the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
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Education Secretary Miguel Cardona at a Congressional Hearing in Washington on April 10, 2024.
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Biden has forgiven billions in student loans. Voters may not have noticed.

Will President Joe Biden get credit for canceling billions in student loans?
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Will President Joe Biden get credit for canceling billions in student loans?
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Biden announces more student loan relief plans in battleground Wisconsin

President Biden announced new student debt forgiveness plans in battleground Wisconsin on Monday that could impact over 30 million Americans if implemented.
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President Joe Biden speaks about student loan debt relief at Madison Area Technical College in Madison, Wis., April 8, 2024.
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How one group makes STEM accessible to kids in NYC

STEM Kids NYC offers programs to engage youth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and "GMA" has some surprises in store for the team who runs it.
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VIDEO: How one group makes STEM accessible to kids in NYC
1 month ago

Joe Biden poised to make large-scale student loan forgiveness announcement

President Joe Biden is expected to make an announcement on Monday on a new attempt at a large-scale student loan forgiveness program.
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VIDEO: Joe Biden poised to make large-scale student loan forgiveness announcement
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Teachers want the public to know their job is difficult, new survey finds

More than half of Americans believe the public education system is moving in the wrong direction, according to new Pew Research Center data out Thursday.
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How to mitigate the cost of college

ABC News business reporter Alexis Christoforous gives students and parents advice on how to find the right financial options.
1 month ago
VIDEO: How to mitigate the cost of college
1 month ago

Private college costs grow to over $90,000

The annual costs for tuition, housing, food, books and other fees for schools like USC, Harvey Mudd, UPenn, Brown, Dartmouth and Boston University, have risen to more than $90,000 for the first time.
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VIDEO: Private college costs grow to over $90,000
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A look at the rising costs of attending college

A number of private colleges have exceeded the $90,000 threshold in annual costs for the first time this year.
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VIDEO: A look at the rising costs of attending college
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Leah Remini earns associate's degree at 53: 'It's never too late'

Actress Leah Remini opens up about earning an associate's degree at 53.
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Leah Remini poses for a photo prior to the "Dancing with the Stars" Season 28 show, Oct. 7, 2019, in Los Angeles.