This Week In College And Money News: April 17, 2026

This was a big week for higher education and student loan news. Hampshire College announced it will permanently close, a federal court deadline forced automatic student loan discharges for thousands of borrowers, and Georgia approved tuition increases across its entire public university system.

Meanwhile, Congress took aim at changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and a new report revealed that college fundraising hit a record high — but with a catch.

Here’s a quick look at the most important stories shaping higher education and student finances this week for April 17, 2026.

🎓 Headlines at a Glance

• Hampshire College announces permanent closure after decades of financial struggles
• April 15 Sweet v. McMahon deadline triggers automatic loan discharges for thousands of borrowers
• Georgia Board of Regents approves tuition increases at all 25 public colleges for 2026-27
• Bipartisan lawmakers introduce resolution to ...