Trump signs law hiking tax on Harvard’s endowment income: In a major shake-up for higher education funding in the United States, former President Donald Trump has signed into law a sweeping tax and spending bill that sharply increases the federal excise tax on endowment income for wealthy private universities. The law is expected to cost…
Linda McMahon urges colleges to align with Trump administration for federal funding. (Getty Images) In a recent interview on CNBC, Education Secretary Linda McMahon made a stark statement, urging US colleges and universities to align with the Trump administration’s policies in order to secure continued federal funding for research and other programs. McMahon’s comments come…
In a high-stakes battle shaking the pillars of American higher education, President Donald Trump and Harvard University are locked in a tense standoff over diversity, academic freedom, and the role of international students in U.S. universities.Over the past few months, the Trump administration has escalated its campaign against Harvard, freezing approximately $2.3 billion in federal…
US universities brace for losses as Europe attracts global talent and Trump policies deter students. (AI Image) For decades, international studentshave been a vital part of the US higher education system, contributing not only to academic diversity but also to the country’s economy. In the 2023–24 academic year alone, foreign students brought in over $43…
The US State Department’s freeze on Fulbright and other scholarship funding has disrupted academic aspirations for thousands, particularly from India. Scholars now face financial strain, stalled research, and uncertain futures. The move impacts STEM and policy students the hardest, weakening global academic ties and shifting the landscape of international education. The long-term effects remain uncertain….
President Donald Trump has intensified his campaign to withhold federal funding from universities accused of failing to combat antisemitism, with Columbia University emerging as the first major target. Federal agencies announced a sweeping review of the Ivy League institution’s eligibility for over $5 billion in grants and contracts, citing concerns over its handling of campus…
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Top US universities file lawsuit against Trump’s NIH order to cut research funding. (Getty Images) In a major legal development, 13 prestigious US colleges have filed a lawsuit against the National Institutes of Health (NIH) over an executive order issued by the Trump administration. The order seeks to limit the funding allocated for indirect costs…
Republicans consider eliminating tax-free scholarships and taxing college endowments. (Getty Images) As part of ongoing discussions about slashing federal spending, Republican lawmakers in the US House of Representatives are considering proposals that could significantly impact higher education funding. Among these proposals is the elimination of tax-free status for scholarships, which has been a cornerstone of…
In a move that could significantly impact college affordability across the country, Republican lawmakers have proposed a series of budget cuts to higher education and student loan programs. These proposed changes are part of a broader effort to reduce the federal deficit, but they come with significant consequences for students and families. The new measures…