51% of High-Poverty High School Grads Go Straight to College vs. 74% at Wealthier Schools
National Student Clearinghouse data shows 51.2% of high-poverty high school grads enroll in college right away, vs. 73.9% at low-poverty schools.
UC San Diego’s Remedial Math Class Is Full — Reigniting The Debate Over Test Requirements
UC San Diego’s remedial MATH 2 filled both fall 2026 sections with 175 students waitlisted, reigniting the UC test-blind admissions fight. Here’s the data.
My Student Loans Are Finally Being Forgiven. Could I Owe Taxes On Them?
A reader is going to get their student loans forgiven. Will they owe taxes on the amount? How does it work?
Investing For Dividends: How It Works, What It Pays, And Where To Start
Investing for dividends is a key way to grow your portfolio and your wealth over time because dividends compound and grow over time.
New Bill Would Limit International Student Athletes To 20% Per College Team, Starting In 2029
The TEAM USA Act would cap international athletes at 20% per college team and tie compliance to federal student aid. Here’s what the bill says.
Nu Review: High-Yield Savings And More
Nu brings its digital banking platform to the U.S. with high-yield savings, cash back rewards, and no monthly fees. Is it worth it?
What Is FICA Tax And Who Pays It? 2026 Rates And Limits
You’ve probably heard of FICA Tax, and you’ve probably seen it on your paystub, but do you know what it is and how much you pay?
Judge Blocks DHS Four-Year Student Visa Cap, Says Security Rationale “Borders On The Absurd”
A federal judge blocked the DHS four-year cap on F, J and I student visas nationwide, ruling the security case violated the APA. What happens next.
How To Do Your Own Taxes In 2027: Free File, Tax Software, Or Paper
For most, free filing with the IRS or tax prep software is best, but others have complex situations. Here’s to know how to do your own taxes.
New York Ends The Regents Exam Requirement — And Hands Districts The Job Of Defining A Diploma
New York’s Board of Regents voted to end the Regents exam graduation requirement starting with the class of 2028. What it means for families and costs.
What Counts As Earned Income? Employment Income Explained For 2026 Taxes
Employment income is money earned from working such as your W-2 job or freelance work. Unearned may come from a pension or alimony. Here are the main differences.