Panel That Will Re-Examine Federal Rules for For-Profit Institutions Starts Its Work

By Jennifer Gonzalez

Washington

The first of three negotiating sessions that will re-examine the U.S. Department of Education's rules that affect proprietary higher-education institutions got under way here on Monday.

Much of Monday's meeting was spent laying the groundwork for the sessions, dealing with such matters as reviewing and adopting protocols, approving agenda issues, and introducing members of the negotiating committee. The panel consists of federal officials and representatives of

Digital or Print Subscription

Web Pass

Already have an account? Log In Now.

First Person

4 Rules of Lateness
Notes From Academe

Coal Into Honey
Commentary

Skeptical of Slippage

Past Coverage

Students at For-Profit Colleges Are Most Likely to Default on Loans, Report Says - September 21, 2009
For-Profit Colleges and Consumer Advocates Weigh In on Potential Rule Changes - June 23, 2009
Education Department to Consider Changes in Student-Aid Rules - May 26, 2009
Education Department Panel Weighs Changes to Controversial Aid Rules - March 22, 2002
Education Dept. Promises Better Policing of Tests Used to Qualify Students for Aid - October 14, 2009

Advice

Value, Price, and Fees

Distinguishing between price and value can boost your retirement returns.
Sorry I'm Late

We tend toward lateness because each of us hates waiting more than we feel bad about making others wait.
The Candidate and His Earring

In 20 years, will we see college presidential candidates with piercings and tattoos?