By Katherine D. Brodie, Edward Cramp, Anthony J. Guida Jr., Kristina Gill, Daniel R. Walworth and Jen DeMayOn August 20, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education published a proposed Accreditation, Innovation and Modernization Rule that
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UpdatED, published by Duane Morris LLP, focuses on legal issues affecting the education sector. The blog covers topics such as federal education policy changes, accreditation, student litigation, and transactional matters involving educational institutions. It also addresses regulatory developments related to federal student financial aid programs, workforce development initiatives, and investment opportunities in higher education. The content includes analysis of legislative and administrative updates, compliance challenges, and strategic considerations for universities, vocational schools, and education associations.
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Takeaways for Institutions: DOE Finalizes Earnings Accountability Framework for Title IV Programs
By Anthony J. Guida Jr., Edward Cramp, Katherine D. Brodie, Kristina Gill and John M. Simpson
On July 1, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education published a final rule implementing a new Title IV-program earnings premium measure…
Federal Court Stays Department of Education’s Narrowed Definition of “Professional Degree” for Graduate Student Loan Limits
By Anthony J. Guida Jr., Katherine D. Brodie, Jen DeMay, Kristina Gill and John M. Simpson
On June 24, 2026—just one week before the July 1, 2026, effective date of the new student loan limits—the U.S. District…
Presenting the New Duane Morris Higher Education Class Action Review – 2026!
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By Gerald L. Maatman, Jr. and Jennifer A. Riley
Duane Morris Takeaway: We are proud to announce the release of the first-ever Higher Education Class Action Review – 2026, a comprehensive examination of the rapidly evolving world of litigation involving…
Preparing for April 2026 – New Digital Accessibility Standards for Public Institutions of Higher Education
By Duane Morris
By Anthony J. Guida Jr., J. Colin Knisely and Matthew Steinway New regulations under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicable only to public institutions of higher education, will soon require that the websites and mobile applications of these…
Webinar Replay: Pre- and Post-M&A Strategic Considerations for Higher Education Institutions
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A replay of Pre- and Post-M&A Strategic Considerations for Higher Education Institutions is available for viewing.
Public Comment Period Open on Proposed Rulemaking to Amend Federal Student Loan Programs
On January 29, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend regulations for federal student loan programs based on the recent enactment of HR 1 (P.L. 1119-21), sometimes referred to as the “One Big Beautiful…
Webinar: Pre- and Post-M&A Strategic Considerations for Higher Education Institutions
By Duane Morris
The next installments of the Duane Morris webinar series, Pre- and Post-M&A Strategic Considerations for Higher Education Institutions, will be held on Thursday, February 12, and Thursday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern. About the Program This webinar series is designed for institutions…
Department of Education Narrows PPA Owner-Signature Enforcement but Leaves Core Statutory Issue Unresolved
On January 16, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education issued an Electronic Announcement, “Program Participation Agreement Signature Requirements” (GEN-26-04), addressing the general circumstances under which an owner-entity of a Title IV-eligible institution may be required to sign a program participation…
Department of Education Plans Enhancements to E-App System
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By Katherine Brodie, Daniel Walworth and Matthew Steinway On November 26, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education released an electronic announcement that describes planned enhancements to the electronic application for approval to participate in the Federal Student Financial Assistance Programs (E-App) on…