Under federal rule, colleges must leave grads better off or lose financial aid
The U.S. Department of Education is implementing a new 'do no harm' rule that ties federal student loan eligibility to the post-graduation earnings of program alumni. Critics argue this policy may lead to the elimination of arts and humanities programs that are vital to cultural life.
Why it matters
This policy shift could fundamentally alter the landscape of higher education funding and the availability of non-STEM degree programs.
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The article balances the government's fiscal accountability rationale with concerns from arts education advocates.
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