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Latest from FE News: 40% of Universities at Risk of Cash Crisis as Student Numbers Fall | Sector Reaction: An update to financial modelling from the Office for Students (OfS) has found continued pressures on the higher education sector in England. The analysis, which… 40% of Universities at Risk of Cash Crisis as Student Numbers Fall | Sector Reaction was published on FE News by Office for Students (OfS) #HENews #EducationNewsFENews Read more here:

Valuable insights on transfer credit evaluation below. I hope these transfer pathways are embraced. Great write up, Nicole Engelbert

Growing national student debts worldwide are raising questions about the affordability of higher education and the long-term financial impact on graduates. Interestingly, Chegg.org’s 2023 Global Student Survey reveals that 67% of students worldwide say that if it were cheaper, they would prefer their university degree to take a shorter time to complete. The study concludes that understanding the common problems facing students will help institutions, educators and policymakers be better equipped to support learners and position them for a better future. Curious to learn more about students’ perspectives on their finances and future? Read the full survey here: https://lnkd.in/eP8sQhti #StudentDebt #UniversityTuition #FinancialChallenges #OnlineLearning #HigherEducation

While some institutions may post attendance costs of over $100,000, few students pay the listed price, instead receiving financial aid to lower the cost through tuition discounting. However, this practice benefits neither students nor institutions. #GreatCollegeAdvice #TuitionDiscounting #CollegeTuition

While some institutions may post attendance costs of over $100,000, few students pay the listed price, instead receiving financial aid to lower the cost through tuition discounting. However, this practice benefits neither students nor institutions. #GreatCollegeAdvice #TuitionDiscounting #CollegeTuition

📢 Read all about it! How do 163,000 students utilise funding issued via universities? Our 23/24 report uncovers key insights into spending habits and the financial challenges faced by students today. 📝 Dive into the findings, as featured by Wonkhe, here: https://lnkd.in/eZPgvSmv Share your thoughts below—what stood out to you the most?" #PaymentsWithPurpose Payit™

With tuition fees on the rise, the financial landscape for students in the UK has become even more challenging. But beyond the headline-grabbing tuition fee raise last week, there’s another crucial financial gap affecting students: maintenance loans. The real value of these loans has dwindled, creating a wider gap between what students need to live and what they actually receive. This discrepancy impacts students’ ability to cover essentials, focus on studies, and fully engage in university life without additional financial strain. It’s a pressing issue that speaks to more than just numbers—it’s about ensuring equitable access to higher education. I’ve included a chart below from a Universities UK article to illustrate this point, showing just how stark the shortfall has become. What are your thoughts on this challenge for students today? Read the full Universities UK article here: https://lnkd.in/ePYxQ3Ky

Tuition fees on the rise: what it means for future students and the silver lining ahead.. Tuition fees are set to rise for the first time in eight years, impacting students starting after April 2025, mainly those beginning in September 2025 and beyond. Avoiding political debate, it’s important to note that tuition fee changes don’t impact the monthly repayment amount for graduates, only how long they will be repaying - either up to 40 years until the loan is wiped or less if paid off earlier. Currently, only 52% of students in the current system are projected to repay their loans in full before they’re wiped, and higher fees could reduce that percentage even further. The silver lining? Maintenance loans, which are essential for most students and have been overdue for an increase, will see a more significant rise than tuition fees. It’s promising to see more attention on student access, but there’s still work to do. Preserving and strengthening essential programmes like Uni Connect (which has been subject to huge cuts) is crucial to prevent the access gap from widening.

Fascinating insight into how students are using their funds. Understanding this data will help Universities more effectively target the delivery of student support. #PaymentsWithPurpose

Are we failing our students? A piece from the the FT today on the 'cost of learning crisis' faced by uni students in England 🎓💸 Link to article (paywall): https://lnkd.in/eq-PD8-F Key points: 1️⃣ Government maintenance support for university students in England is at its lowest level in a decade 2️⃣ The gap between maximum loan entitlement and minimum income standard has rapidly grown due to inflation 3️⃣ Financial pressures are impacting poorer students, and middle-income families bear a larger share of student support 4️⃣ University leaders call for increased government contributions to student support 5️⃣ The Department for Education highlights increases in loans, grants, and hardship funds 6️⃣ Failure to address financial challenges risks reversing progress in social mobility and widening opportunities in higher education What are the possible solutions here? #HigherEducation #StudentSupport #SocialMobility 📚