Texas has emerged as a leader in academic excellence, boasting 16 top-tier universities, more than any other state. This achievement follows Governor Abbott's 2015 goal to double the number of top universities, driven by significant investments and research funding. Despite challenges like policy changes, Texas continues to attract global talent, strengthening its role in higher education.
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Delhi's JNU student union elections are set for the last week of April. The Dean of Students confirmed this in a letter, allowing the outgoing student union to organize it. ABVP pushed for the election notification, while Left-affiliated groups raised concerns about bias. The election will be a key contest between the Left and ABVP.
NBEMS has announced NEET MDS 2025 will be held on April 19, 2025. The application process is set to start on February 18, 2025, and end on March 10, 2025. The information bulletin with detailed instructions is expected to be released soon.
The Ivy League admissions landscape is evolving, marked by the resurgence of standardized testing, shifts toward socioeconomic diversity, and the rise of 'New Ivies' like Duke and Rice. With fewer applications and higher acceptance rates, top schools are also introducing video interviews to assess candidates holistically. These trends present both challenges and opportunities for 2025 applicants.
Starting January 2, 2025, Alabama families can apply for the CHOOSE Act, offering Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) for private school tuition, homeschooling, and other educational expenses. Eligible families receive $7,000 per student for private schools or $2,000 for homeschooling. Priority is given to lower-income families, military families, and students with disabilities.
The Trump Education Department has reversed Biden-era regulatory reporting mandates related to Career and Technical Education programs. This decision aims to reduce bureaucratic burdens and allow states to focus resources on equipping students with essential workforce skills, rather than excessive administrative tasks.
The Trump administration has pulled back nearly $42 million in federal funding for Michigan schools, impacting 27 districts. The funds, which were initially approved for building improvements such as HVAC systems, were rescinded due to a retroactive change in the reimbursement deadline. Affected districts, including Flint and Hamtramck, are now left scrambling to find alternative ways to fund essential projects, with state officials condemning the decision as disruptive and unjustified.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the withdrawal of 10 seats from Round 3 of NEET PG 2024 counselling. PGIMS Navi Mumbai has reduced seats across five specialties, including General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Orthopedics, and Pediatrics. These changes will be reflected before the allotment process begins. Full details are available on the official MCC website.
The Andhra Pradesh Intermediate Supplementary Exams for 2025 have been scheduled, with theory exams taking place from 12th to 20th May 2025, and practical exams from 28th May to 1st June 2025. Students can appear for failed subjects or to improve their marks. Additionally, recounting and re-verification applications will be accepted from 13th to 22nd April 2025. Examination fees must be paid between 15th and 22nd April 2025. The Board encourages students to utilize these opportunities.
Columbia University is facing tensions after US immigration agents arrested Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil amid Trump’s crackdown on anti-Israel activists. The administration also withdrew $400 million in federal funding, citing failure to curb antisemitism. Civil rights groups condemned the arrest, while Columbia vowed to restore funding. Protests continue, fueling debate on free speech.