Academics

Boston College established a two-year residential college for low-income, first-generation students, which equips them with college readiness prep and experiential learning.

A new book delves deep into the always rich—but sometimes fraught—debate over grades, arguing that there are other models that are better for students’ learning.

Starting fall 2024, incoming students will complete a sustainability course as part of a larger interdisciplinary focus.

A study from Carnegie Mellon University finds students with more autonomy in their academic choices have better attendance and improved academic performance.

Despite public skepticism that a college degree isn’t worth the cost, projections show that a bachelor’s degree will significantly increase the odds of getting a good-paying job in the future.

Rice University promotes innovation among undergraduate faculty through a $60,000 annual grant.

As part of a larger ungrading initiative, one professor implemented a performance-review process for students to connect their classroom experiences to strengths, growth and skill development—while preparing them for review processes in future jobs.