New research from New America finds that while the programs are becoming more popular, access remains limited.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Charles L. Welch writes on higher education and public institutions. I’m a first‑generation college student. My father, a truck ...

As public skepticism about the value of a college degree persists, the number of students who expect to earn one is also on the decline. Between 2002 and 2022, the percentage of students surveyed who ...

Just 18% of American adults without a college degree believe four-year colleges charge a "fair" price — but they still find value in getting a college degree. Those are the findings of a new Lumina ...

“College isn’t for everyone.” “People can be just as successful without a college degree.” We hear these phrases all too frequently in society today. Yet the people often making these statements are ...

For decades, a college degree was viewed as a reliable path to career success, and for many roles, it still is. But as hiring practices evolve and the cost of higher education continues to climb, the ...

Choosing the right college major is more than just a question of passion — it’s a financial decision that can shape the rest of your life. Today, the average annual cost of college comes in around $38 ...