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Ivy League admissions: How privilege, not potential, decides who gets in

Ivy League admissions: How privilege, not potential, decides who gets in

Ivy League schools, once symbols of academic achievement, now operate under a highly competitive, scarcity-driven system that perpetuates inequality. With acceptance rates below 5%, students face immense stress and burnout. A recent study highlights how the top 1% are disproportionately admitted, while underprivileged students are at a severe disadvantage. The process, shaped by legacy admissions

5 US cities where Indian students can study without breaking the bank

5 US cities where Indian students can study without breaking the bank

The US remains a top destination for Indian students, with over 260,000 enrolled in its universities. While tuition and living costs can be high, some cities offer more affordable education. San Diego, Baltimore, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and Houston stand out for their lower tuition fees and manageable living expenses, helping students pursue quality education without excessive

BTEUP Result 2025 out for Odd semester at bteup.ac.in: Direct link to check here

BTEUP Result 2025 out for Odd semester at bteup.ac.in: Direct link to check here

The Board of Technical Education Uttar Pradesh (BTEUP) has announced the Odd Semester Result 2025 for polytechnic students, available on their official website. Students dissatisfied with their results can apply for re-evaluation by completing the necessary form and payment online before the deadline at bteup.ac.in.

Court strikes down Biden’s SAVE plan: Here’s how students can still tackle their debt

Court strikes down Biden’s SAVE plan: Here’s how students can still tackle their debt

The US 8th Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down the SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) plan, halting President Joe Biden’s student debt relief initiative. The ruling, favoring Missouri’s attorney general and other Republican-led states, deemed the plan beyond the education secretary’s legal authority. With student debt exceeding $1.7 trillion, borrowers now face repayment

IELTS score and work permit in Canada: How much score is good enough?

IELTS score and work permit in Canada: How much score is good enough?

Canada has made language proficiency mandatory for Post-Graduate Work Permit applicants. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English or French through standardized tests like IELTS or TEF Canada. The language requirements aim to address labour shortages and ensure graduates can effectively integrate into the Canadian workforce.

BPSC Mains 2024 exam date announced, to be held over five days from Feb 25: Check official notice here

BPSC Mains 2024 exam date announced, to be held over five days from Feb 25: Check official notice here

The Bihar Public Service Commission has announced the exam schedule for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination Mains 2024, running from April 25 to April 30, 2025. The registration starts on February 21, 2025, and closes on March 17, 2025. The mains include four papers with a total of 2035 administrative vacancies available. Candidates can apply

Will standardized testing make a comeback? Trump DOE threatens to investigate 2,100+ test-optional colleges

Will standardized testing make a comeback? Trump DOE threatens to investigate 2,100+ test-optional colleges

The US Department of Education (DOE) is threatening to investigate over 2,100 colleges with test-optional policies, warning that such practices may violate federal civil rights law. The DOE’s new stance could lead to the reintroduction of standardized testing, which many schools adopted following the Covid-19 pandemic. This move has sparked concerns and legal challenges, with

Amid financial scandals, New Mexico governor appoints brother to university regents board

Amid financial scandals, New Mexico governor appoints brother to university regents board

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed her brother, Greg Lujan, as a student regent to the board of New Mexico Highlands University amid concerns about cronyism and financial oversight. The appointment, which is pending state Senate confirmation, comes as the state grapples with financial scandals involving wasteful spending at other universities. Critics worry

Georgia expands school voucher program, offering $6,500 scholarships to over 400,000 students

Georgia expands school voucher program, offering $6,500 scholarships to over 400,000 students

Georgia has unveiled a new list of low-performing schools, making over 400,000 students eligible for $6,500 vouchers to pay for private school tuition or homeschooling expenses. The program, designed to support families in struggling districts, has sparked debates over its broad eligibility. With a spending cap of $141 million, the initiative could fund up to

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