The July analysis of Colorado’s five-year-old law doesn’t provide evidence about how the policy has helped students as some universities nationwide have pushed back against it.

The U.S. education secretary sent an Aug. 3 letter to universities asking for public answers to questions about free speech, response to protests, research, and admissions.

A new survey shows they trust their decisions more than those made by state and federal politicians.

Colorado education officials said this year’s scores marked a year of progress for most students. But 11th grade student achievement dipped slightly, and state officials said gaps among students still persist.

Colorado dual and concurrent enrollment has grown. But a new national policy group says Colorado and other states can improve student outcomes.

Data compiled by the Associated Press shows more Americans are struggling to pay their student loan debt. In Colorado, defaults have also spiked.

Numerous factors are putting pressure on the budgets of Colorado’s public colleges and universities. Some have made cuts while others have found ways to keep finances stable.

Workforce Pell will open up federal money for short-term, high-demand careers. But data shows not all programs offer the same salary outcomes to students across the state.

About 100 educators, parents, board members, and students rallied on Friday to start a statewide “yes” campaign for Proposition NN. If passed, the November ballot initiative would raise billions more for schools.

National data from the 2025 school year showed the rate of students who are sticking with college ticked up.