University of California

July 19, 2021

University of California makes more admission offers following big spike in applications

After receiving a record number of applications, UC admits more students than ever but also accepts a lower percentage of them.

Michael Burke

July 15, 2021

University of California finalizes plan to require vaccines regardless of full FDA approval

Reversing from previous policy, UC says students and staff must be vaccinated this fall even if no vaccine receives full FDA approval.

Michael Burke

July 6, 2021

Colleges prepare for incoming freshmen with high school learning loss

An academic year of distance learning has left many graduating seniors with gaps in their learning. Colleges are preparing to help with tutoring, summer brush-up and empathetic faculty.

Larry Gordon

June 29, 2021

Budget deal invests in financial aid, enrollment growth at California's colleges and universities

The budget approved by lawmakers will grow enrollment of California residents at UC and CSU while also expanding financial aid access.

Michael Burke And Ashley A. Smith

June 2, 2021

Legislature looks to expand financial aid at California's colleges

Reform to state's Cal Grant program would expand eligibility to an estimated 173,000 students while also increasing award amounts.

Michael Burke

May 28, 2021

Legislators crafting deal to reduce numbers of out-of-state students at University of California

Lawmakers expect to vote soon on a proposal to gradually reduce the share of out-of-state students who enroll at the University of California.

Michael Burke

May 19, 2021

What did he get right? Reactions to Gov. Newsom's higher education budget

Leaders representing all segments of California's education system share their reactions to the governor’s May revision of the 2021-22 budget.

Andrew Reed And Alexander Montero

May 14, 2021

Tuition increase back on the table at University of California

After shelving a similar proposal last year, UC is considering increasing tuition for each class of freshmen beginning in fall 2022.

Michael Burke

May 6, 2021

Many colleges require vaccines immediately, but CSU and UC stick with plan to wait on FDA

CSU and UC will wait for full FDA approval before requiring Covid-19 vaccinations, but it's unclear if that will happen by the fall terms.

Michael Burke

April 23, 2021

California public universities’ vaccine requirement could impact more than 1 million students, faculty and staff

The requirements could affect more than 1 million students and staff, but will only take effect if the FDA gives full approval to a vaccine.

Michael Burke

April 14, 2021

California universities plan a mix of in-person, virtual commencement ceremonies

Campuses including Fresno State, UC Riverside and California State University, Northridge will include in-person elements in their commencement ceremonies.

Michael Burke And Ashley A. Smith

April 7, 2021

Vaccines on tap for California’s children, but what do parents say?

Children may soon be eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations, potentially helping California schools to fully reopen for in-person instruction.

Diana Lambert

March 17, 2021

California universities urge students to opt for a spring break staycation

Campus leaders across California are asking students to help lower the risk of spreading Covid-19 by staying local during spring break.

Michael Burke And Ashley A. Smith

March 12, 2021

California's colleges and universities will receive $5 billion from federal rescue plan

California colleges and universities will share in $5 billion from the federal aid: Half will help students cover tuition and basic needs such as housing. The other half will ease campus losses in pandemic and costs of online classes.

Larry Gordon

March 9, 2021

California educators want Congress to double the maximum Pell Grant award

California higher education leaders support President Biden’s proposal to double the maximum amount of the Pell Grant, the main source of federal financial aid available to students.

Michael Burke