The Dispatch
A newsletter about the role of higher ed in society, from Open Campus
Written by
Colleen Murphy, +2
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May 1, 2026
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3 min read
The department dismissed critiques of its new repayment plan and its limits on graduate student borrowing. The changes take effect July 1.
Apr 17, 2026
2 min read
An inflation-adjusted Pell Grant would be worth several hundred more dollars. That could help keep low-income students enrolled.
Apr 3, 2026
7 min read
The majority of faculty and administrators said in a recent survey that their well-being has declined in the last year.
Mar 13, 2026
8 min read
Focus group participants said they enrolled with limited information, received little support and often graduated with heavy debt.
Feb 27, 2026
So far, 43% of high school seniors have completed the application, unlocking access to federal financial aid.
Feb 13, 2026
The median U.S. household takes home nearly $20,000 more in income than it did 50 years ago. A key reason? College.
Jan 30, 2026
6 min read
They're working together to create clear pathways into good-paying jobs that meet student needs and employer demands.
Jan 16, 2026
Men make up 42% of undergraduates and half of all stopouts, according to new data.
Dec 10, 2025
A new study found that many can't afford to make loan payments as the cost of living rises.
