Rising US high school seniors face growing uncertainty about financial aid, with fears surrounding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and student loans. As the Trump administration reduces the Education Department’s workforce and pushes for major reforms, low-income and first-generation students worry about losing access to crucial resources. These concerns are leading to significant declines in FAFSA applications, raising fears about the future of college affordability and the nation’s workforce.
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The latest Teacher Morale Index by EdWeek Research Center reveals a promising yet fragile uptick in teacher morale across the US, shifting from -13 in 2023 to +18 in the 2024-25 academic year. However, experts caution that this upward trend might be short-lived unless schools address deep-seated issues like staffing shortages, lack of leadership support, poor classroom discipline, and limited mental health resources. While modest salary increments have provided temporary relief, sustaining the... Expand
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has declared the Class 12 results for 2025, with girls excelling across all streams. The board evaluated over 12.8 lakh answer sheets in a record 27 days, achieving an 86.50% pass rate. Female students dominated the Science, Arts, and Commerce streams, reflecting the impact of educational reforms and government initiatives promoting girls' education.
Michigan's high school graduation rate hit a record high of 82.83% in the 2023-24 school year, marking significant progress since the pandemic. However, disparities remain, particularly among economically disadvantaged students and those with disabilities. While districts like Ecorse Public Schools have seen success with after-school tutoring programs, educators stress that further support is needed to ensure equitable outcomes for all students. Efforts like career and technical education and... Expand
The Gujarat State Examination Board has opened applications for the NMMS Scholarship on sebexam.org. Apply between January 1-11, 2025, with fee payment accepted until January 13. Qualified students will receive ₹1,000 monthly (₹12,000 annually), directly transferred to their bank accounts by the Ministry of Education. Students can check the eligibility criteria and direct link here.
Linda McMahon, former WWE executive, is set to oversee the dismantling of the Department of Education if confirmed as its secretary. Her appointment by President Trump signifies a move towards shrinking and eventually abolishing the agency, reflecting his administration's stance on federal overreach in education.
The University of Pennsylvania's estimated cost of attendance for undergraduate students has increased slightly for the 2024-2025 academic year. Tuition and fees remain unchanged, but housing, food, and transportation costs have risen. On-campus living sees the highest increase, with total budgets ranging from $76,076 to $92,228 depending on living arrangements. Financial planning or aid will be crucial for managing costs.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the exam city intimation slip for JEE Mains 2025 Session 1 on its official website, jeemain.nta.nic.in. The exam will be conducted from January 22 to 30, 2025. Admit cards will be issued soon, and candidates can download them from the same website once available.
The Telangana Council of Higher Education has started online registration for TS LAWCET and TS PGLCET 2025 at lawcet.tgche.ac.in. Candidates can apply until April 15, 2025. Hall tickets will be released on May 30, and the exams are scheduled for June 6, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link and other details here.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has revised the CGL Tier 1 results following CAT's orders, allowing 525 additional candidates to appear for Tier-II on January 20, 2025. Updated cut-offs for List-3 posts include slight reductions across categories. In total, 609 candidates qualified. Admit cards for these candidates will be released today, January 18, 2025.