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New path for skilled workers: Construction management degree goes online

June 25, 2026

A university in Pennsylvania is rolling out a new way for construction workers to climb the career ladder without leaving their jobs. The degree program blends hands-on experience with classroom learning, letting carpenters earn a bachelor's while still on the clock. Instead of the usual four years

religion

Education Levels Vary Widely Among U. S. Religions

March 13, 2026

The latest national survey shows that people who follow smaller religions tend to have higher education. Hindu and Jewish Americans lead the way, with about 70 % of Hindus and 65 % of Jews holding a bachelor’s degree or more. These groups are tiny in the country, making up less than 1 % and ab

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Smart Degrees for a Future in AI

December 22, 2025

The job market is changing fast, and AI is at the heart of it. Since ChatGPT came out in 2022, jobs that use AI have seen the biggest pay raises. People who build and manage AI systems are in high demand, with average salaries over $135, 000. Picking the right college major is crucial. It's not jus

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Graduate Degrees and Student Loans: A Shift in the Game

December 14, 2025

The Department of Education (ED) recently updated its list of "professional" graduate degrees eligible for higher student loan limits. This change has sparked debate. Only eleven degrees made the cut, leaving many others, like nursing and accounting, out in the cold. Some people are upset. They thi

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Graduate Degrees in Accounting Face Funding Hurdles

December 9, 2025

The Education Department has stirred up controversy by redefining which graduate degrees qualify as "professional" for federal student loans. Accounting degrees were notably left off the list, alongside other fields like nursing, engineering, and architecture. This decision could significantly impac

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Graduate Degrees and Student Loans: What's the Deal?

December 3, 2025

Some graduate degrees are not seen as "professional" ones. This might make it harder for students to get loans. The list of professional degrees includes things like pharmacy, dentistry, and law. But nursing and other degrees are not on this list. The Department of Education says this won't be a bi

education

Why Psychology Degrees Are on the Rise

July 5, 2025

More and more students are picking psychology as their major. In 2023, over 140, 000 students in the U. S. graduated with a psychology degree. That's a big increase from 2004, when only about 87, 000 students did the same. Why is this happening? Experts think it's because younger generations are mo

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The Low-Paying Degree Dilemma: What You Need to Know

May 20, 2025

Choosing a college major is a big decision. It can shape your future career and income. Recent findings show that some degrees lead to lower paychecks. Graduates in education, social work, and the arts often find themselves with the smallest median income just five years after graduation. Early chi

sports

College Sports: A Shift with NIL, but Degrees Still Rule

November 9, 2024

Once upon a time, college athletes only dreamt of a degree. Now, with NIL deals, they can earn money too. But for many, like Jonny Bottorff at Northern Arizona University, the real prize is still that diploma. The offensive lineman has scored some extra cash through NIL deals, but it’s not life-chan

finance

Career-Boosting Associate Degrees That Pay Big

September 23, 2024

College is a significant investment, and many students wonder if it's worth it. The answer lies in the type of degree you pursue. While bachelor's degrees often get most of the attention, associate degrees can be just as lucrative. In fact, a recent report by Payscale reveals that dozens of associat