Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about education, edtech and higher education. In 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic began to squeeze and reshape higher ...

Getty Images; photo collage NPR Emma Bittner considered getting a master’s degree in public health at a university near her home in Austin, Texas. But the in-person program cost tens of thousands of ...

This year is the first time that more U.S. college students will learn entirely online compared to being fully in-person. And research shows most online programs cost as much or more than in-person.

Online education has transformed the way students pursue degrees, offering flexibility, accessibility, and a wide range of academic programs. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or personal ...

Until recently, most Americans considered college a good investment. But only 22 percent now believe a four-year degree is worth pursuing if it requires taking out loans. Given a choice of five ...

A new analysis of Inside Higher Ed’s annual Student Voice survey underscores the significance of belonging and relevance of content and assessment for online learners. It’s been five years since ...

Nevada Ballet Theatre dancer Sergio Alvarez, left, with wife and fellow NBT company artist Mirella Costa Neto hold their 3-year-old daughter Aurora Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025, in Las Vegas. Alvarez is ...