Amid uncertainty, some colleges brace for more cuts
Even selective colleges like Yale say they have to trim their budgets.
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'They Have Lives In Their Hands': Colleges Consider Human Costs, Financial Benefits Of Reopening
A majority of college presidents say reopening in the fall is very or at least somewhat likely, but most are not expected to make their decisions final until early next month. -
Colleges Face Lawsuits Seeking Tuition Refunds, A New Financial Threat
As some colleges announce teaching will stay online in the fall, dozens are facing lawsuits from students. -
Hundreds Of Brookline Teachers Face Layoffs Amid COVID-19 Economic Downturn
Brookline schools face a $6.3 million shortfall. -
The Pandemic Is Driving America's Schools Toward A Financial Meltdown
With state income and sales tax revenues crashing, one expert predicts, "We're about to see a school funding crisis unlike anything we have ever seen in modern history." -
How The Pandemic Is Harming College Students' Mental Health
A national survey has found that a vast majority of college students say the pandemic has increased their stress, frustration and anxiety. -
Outdoor High School Graduations Possible In July
New state guidance allows for high schools to hold in-person, outdoor graduation ceremonies starting July 19. -
For In-Person College, Coronavirus Testing Will Be Key. But Is That Feasible?
Colleges might be able to reopen their campuses if they're able to frequently test their students. But can they get tests --- and with budgets already squeezed, will they be able to afford it? -
There's Still Time To Get A (Remote) Summer Internship
Some companies are going virtual with their summer internship programs; other firms have simply canceled theirs. Here's our resource guide to finding the internships that are out there. -
Without College Commencement Gatherings, Local Economies In Mass. Lose Out
The pandemic has forced the class of 2020 to miss out on crossing the stage, receiving their diplomas and flipping their tassels. In Massachusetts, that means a hit for local economies. -
5 Reasons Students Should Consider Taking A Gap Year Now
The COVID-19 pandemic has many students thinking about forgoing a year of college. A gap year specialist says many benefits flow from taking the academic break.
