Freshmen enrollment in the U.S. has rebounded by 5.5% in Fall 2024, marking the first significant post-pandemic increase. This surge reflects shifting student priorities toward career-focused programs, with notable rises in short-term certificates and associate degrees. Financial aid reforms, community college accessibility, and online learning models have further contributed to this shift, with adult learners, particularly those over 25, driving much of the growth.
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The University of Calicut has released the Semester 3 results for the 2024 academic year, covering BSc, BCA, and LLB exams. Students can now check their scores online through the official portal, results.uoc.ac.in, using their application number and date of birth. The scorecards include important details like subject-wise marks, overall score, and pass percentage. The university, established in 1968, is one of Kerala’s largest educational institutions, offering a range of academic programs.
The Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Selection Test (JNVST) 2025 results for Class 6 and Class 9 admissions have been released on March 25, 2025. Students can check their results by visiting the official website, navodaya.gov.in. The article provides step-by-step instructions on how to access the results, along with important details regarding the admission process, including document verification and medical examination. Shortlisted candidates must report to their respective JNVs within the... Expand
The SSC has released the tentative answer key and response sheet for the SSC SI 2024 Paper 2 exam. Candidates can check it at ssc.gov.in. The exam was held on March 8, 2025. Challenges can be submitted online from March 12 to March 15, 2025, with a fee of Rs. 100 per challenge.
The Texas Tech university has issued FAQs after the explosion that happened last week addressing closures, test policies, and facility access. While the reopening remains uncertain, officials are working to restore operations. Students are advised to check official updates for the latest information. Check important details here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is closing the registration for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2025 tomorrow, March 16, 2025. The NCET exam, scheduled for April 29, 2025, is for admission to the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) in central and state institutions. The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode. Candidates can apply online, and the correction window will open from March 18-19, 2025. The test will be offered in multiple languages.
Many US graduate schools are waiving TOEFL, GRE, and GMAT requirements for international applicants, making admissions more accessible. Programs like the University of Delaware's Conditional Admissions Program and West Texas A&M's English proficiency exemptions offer alternatives to standardized tests. Prestigious schools such as MIT and Johns Hopkins also allow applicants to skip the GRE, while MBA programs at institutions like the University of Redlands offer GMAT waivers, enabling students to... Expand
Key changes in CBSE 2025: CBSE has introduced changes for the 2025 board exams, including reduced short-answer questions, an increased focus on competency-based questions, and a higher internal assessment weightage. Mandatory 75% attendance and special exams for athletes are also included. A new CBSE sub-regional office is set to open in Tripura.
Kansas lawmakers introduced a bill, House Bill 2348, on February 10, 2025, that could strip away key tenure rights for faculty at public universities. The bill challenges the traditional definition of tenure, removing protections such as job security and due process. The proposal has ignited widespread backlash from educators and legal experts, who argue it threatens academic freedom. If passed, it could set a dangerous precedent, potentially impacting universities nationwide.
Encore High School for the Arts in Hesperia is set to close on January 9, 2025, due to declining enrollment, displacing nearly 500 students. In response, Excelsior Charter Schools are offering immediate assistance, including enrollment help and a special information session for families. Excelsior is prioritizing a smooth transition for displaced students, including those in specialized programs. The charter network is committed to ensuring a seamless educational journey for affected students,... Expand
The NTA has opened the NEET UG 2025 application correction window from March 9 to March 11. Candidates can edit details such as personal information and exam preferences. The NEET UG 2025 exam will be held on May 4 and will consist of 180 MCQs.