About this episode

This episode discusses recent college closures, program cuts, and the financial viability of higher education institutions.

This week’s news and commentary include: + We have a 2nd college closure announcement in Mass. + More cuts for majors and programs. The list gets longer each week. There are few better signs of an industry in contraction than this. + Students at a closed college (Martin University) sue the leadership. + Sports programs at the big-brand name colleges continue to be sliced away. + And much more. This is the podcast that talks about the financial health and viability of public and private colleges with data, details and perspectives offered nowhere else. Show notes: Get the College Viability Transparency tool. Get the 2026 College Majors Completion App for students and families. Anna Maria College (MASS) announces abrupt closure, citing financial and enrollment woes Accepted and enrolled students say they were blindsided by Anna Maria College closing in Paxton, Massachusetts Iowa regents approve 10 program cuts at 2 universities State universities (Iowa) gain initial approval to eliminate low-enrollment programs Michigan State, University of Michigan face over 60% cut under state funding bill Students, Staff, Alumni Sue Martin (University) Over Closure Temple has lost average of…

People in this episode

Host: Gary Stocker

Topics covered

• college closures
• program cuts
• student lawsuits
• financial health of colleges
• sports program reductions
• enrollment issues

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Martin University, Anna Maria College, Iowa regents, Michigan State, University of Michigan

Places: Massachusetts, Iowa, Paxton

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