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Farrell, Elizabeth F. – Chronicle of Higher Education, 2008
A recent flurry of announcements from some of the wealthiest and most competitive private colleges brought welcome news to lower- and middle-income families. Many Ivy League institutions, along with dozens of smaller colleges that also attract high-achieving students, unveiled student-aid plans that will significantly lower the cost of attendance…
Descriptors: Middle Class, Private Colleges, Income, Debt (Financial)
Farrell, Elizabeth F. – Chronicle of Higher Education, 2008
While admissions officers are well versed in SAT-score and GPA requirements for their institutions, it is now crucial that they know how to answer questions about eligibility for financial aid and merit scholarships. A new "Chronicle" survey of admissions officers found that monetary issues weigh heavily on their minds. When asked about the "most…
Descriptors: Admissions Officers, Merit Scholarships, Student Financial Aid, College Admission
Chronicle of Higher Education, 2005
"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This February 2, 2004 issue of "Chronicle for Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "Who's in Charge Here?" (Fish, Stanley); (2) "Conference Man…
Descriptors: Student Evaluation of Teacher Performance, Higher Education, Conferences, College Faculty
Farrell, Elizabeth F. – Chronicle of Higher Education, 2003
The cost of attending public, four-year and two-year colleges surged at its highest rate in 3 decades, rising 14 percent over the previous year, although financial aid is up, too. Research shows that state budget cutbacks in education typically result in colleges' charging higher tuition. Higher education officials are expressing concern about the…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Paying for College, Public Colleges, Student Costs
Chronicle of Higher Education, 2004
"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This October 29, 2004 issue of "Chronicle of Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "A Job-Hunting Guru Comes up Short" (Zimbleman, Dana A.); (2) "Distinctive Words That are Seldom Heard…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Community Colleges, College Presidents, Conferences
Chronicle of Higher Education, 2004
"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This March 12, 2004 issue of "Chronicle of Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "Fewer Stem Cells Available, NIH Says" (Brainard, Jeffrey); (2)…
Descriptors: Current Events, World Affairs, Higher Education, Scientific Research