Financing August 2017

Mizzou Announces New Grants for Low-income Students

The University of Missouri in Columbia plans to guarantee payment of all tuition and fees for every student who qualifies for a federal Pell Grant, with even more financial help for students who qualify for the Honors College.

Administration August 2017

Old Dominion University Announces $200M Fundraising Campaign

A university in Virginia has announced a $200 million fundraising campaign hoping it'll help those who struggle with paying tuition and attract gifted students.

Financing August 2017

Education Department Announces College Prep Grants

The U.S. Department of Education has awarded a second round of funding for programs that help low-income students who aspire to attend college.

Global August 2017

Top Story--Where's the $758.7M Winner? Lottery's Powerball Error Adds Intrigue

A mistake by the Massachusetts State Lottery on Thursday injected a little extra drama into the massive $758.7 million Powerball drawing — the largest won by a single ticket in U.S. history — after lottery officials initially bungled their announcement and gave the wrong shop and location.

Financing August 2017

$10,000 STEM Scholarships Available Now for Texas Students

alliantgroup, a national leading provider of specialty tax services, recently announced the rollout of the firm's STEM scholarship program for students throughout the State of Texas.

Hispanic Community August 2017

Cal State LA Receives $16.6 Million Grant to Address Dental Care Needs of Children in Los Angeles

California State University, Los Angeles has been awarded a $16.6 million grant from the California Department of Health Care Services to promote dental health among underserved populations in Los Angeles.

Global August 2017 Premium

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Financing August 2017

$5K to $15K Available from Scholarship America

Scholarship America, Inc., the nation's largest nonprofit scholarship and education support organization, is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications for the 2018 Scholarship America Dream Award now through Sunday, October 15, 2017.

Administration August 2017

West Virginia University Campaign Raises $1.125 Billion

West Virginia University's major fundraising campaign has reached $1.125 billion with six months to go.

Administration August 2017

5 Years of 7 Percent Tuition Hikes Proposed for Iowa State

The interim president of Iowa State University is proposing resident undergraduate tuition increases of 7 percent in each of the next five years.

Financing August 2017

$2,000 Scholarship Available to Law Student Who Best Demonstrates "For the People" Values

Morgan & Morgan is proud to announce their second annual scholarship for law students. Beginning on September 1, 2017, the national law firm will be accepting submissions for their "For the People" scholarship.

Health Care August 2017

More Than $140,000 in Grants Awarded to UNC Charlotte and Other Education and Science Organizations

The VWR Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to giving back to the science community, distributed 20 grants totaling over $140,000 during its recently board meeting.

Global August 2017

Job News--Nationwide Teacher Shortage Amplifies Alaska Schools' Woes

A teacher shortage across the nation has added to Alaska's ongoing problem of educators fleeing the state, leaving school districts scrambling for teachers with just a few weeks until classes start, school officials said.

Technology August 2017

Look Inside Purdue's $79 Million Active Learning Center

For 70 years, a smokestack that towered over the middle of Purdue University's campus was the iconic figure that signaled "home" to Boilermakers.

Administration August 2017

University of Nebraska System Announces $25M in Cuts

The University of Nebraska system president has announced new structures and processes aimed at saving the system $30 million in coming years.