Elizabeth Warren questions the hiring of for-profit-college officials at the Education Department; Weighing college choices? Here are three factors to consider; Trump administration rolls back protections for people in default on student loans; After White House courts HBCUs, budget disappoints school leaders;   A higher education news blog   Elizabeth Warren questions the hiring of for-profit-college officials at the Education Department The lawmaker wants the Education Secretary to explain the hiring of two officials with ties to the for-profit college industry. By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel  •  Read more » ADVERTISEMENT   Weighing college choices? Here are three factors to consider Check out academic offerings, financial aid and experiences outside class By Jeffrey J. Selingo  •  Read more »   Trump administration rolls back protections for people in default on student loans The administration revoked federal guidance that barred student debt collectors from charging high fees on past-due loans. By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel  •  Read more »   College-prep programs for the poor slashed in Trump’s budget TRIO and GEAR UP aim to help disadvantaged students with access to college By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel  •  Read more »   After White House courts HBCUs, budget disappoints school leaders There is no mention in the budget of any federal investment in scholarships, technology or campus infrastructure that leaders requested. By Danielle Douglas-Gabriel  •  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Recommended for you   Opinions Thought-provoking opinions and commentary, in your inbox daily. Sign Up »         Share Grade Point:       Twitter      Facebook Trouble reading? Click here to view in your browser. You received this email because you signed up for Grade Point or because it is included in your subscription. For additional free newsletters or to manage your newsletters, click here. We respect your privacy. If you believe that this email has been sent to you in error or you no longer wish to receive email from The Washington Post, click here. Contact us for help. ©2017 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071