Education

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates Announced for July 2025-June 2026

The US Department of Education announced the annual interest rates for fixed-rate Federal Student Loans made under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. These rates apply to loans with first disbursement dates between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

Annual Notice of Variable-Rate FFEL Loan Interest Rates

The Department of Education has published its annual notice of variable interest rates for Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program loans made prior to July 1, 2010. These rates are effective for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

MSCHE Technology Use Procedures

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has issued new administrative procedures for the acceptable use of Commission technology, effective July 1, 2024. These procedures apply to all Commission representatives and aim to ensure secure, appropriate, and ethical technology utilization.

MSCHE Accreditation Procedures for Changing Primary Accreditor

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has updated its procedures for institutions changing their primary accreditor. The document outlines the steps and considerations involved in this process, emphasizing the need for adherence to MSCHE's standards and guidelines.

MSCHE Accreditation Policy Eight-Year Cycle

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is implementing a new accreditation policy establishing an eight-year review cycle, effective July 1, 2025. This policy mandates comprehensive self-study evaluations and on-site visits at least every eight years, alongside annual monitoring activities.

MSCHE Accreditation Review and Monitoring Procedures

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has issued updated procedures for its accreditation review cycle and ongoing monitoring of institutions. These procedures, effective July 1, 2025, detail the processes for self-study evaluations, on-site visits, follow-up reports, and annual monitoring.

MSCHE Accreditation Activities Guidelines

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has issued new Accreditation Activities Guidelines, effective January 1, 2026. These guidelines describe the range of accreditation activities, including reviews, proceedings, and related visits, to ensure clarity for institutions seeking or maintaining accreditation.

SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation for Quality Enhancement

The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) has published its Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement. This document outlines the core requirements, comprehensive standards, and federal requirements for institutions seeking or maintaining accreditation in the Southern states and Latin America.

SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation for Quality Enhancement

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has updated its 2018 Principles of Accreditation for Quality Enhancement. These principles outline the standards and mission for degree-granting higher education institutions within its region and internationally.

HLC Criteria for Accreditation Revisions

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) has revised its Criteria for Accreditation, effective September 1, 2025. These revisions update the standards by which institutions are evaluated for accreditation and reaffirmation, focusing on institutional mission and ethical conduct.