News and features from CUNY's undergraduate student journalists
HUNTER COLLEGE–While the Excelsior Scholarship allows students to go to school without charge, there are many requirements they must meet. Story by Jada Shannon
New York State Promises Tuition-Free College, But There’s a Catch Read More
BARUCH COLLEGE–“New York policies should make college easier to access and afford – not harder,” said the executive director of the New York Public Interest Research Group. Story by The Baruch Ticker’s editorial board
OPINION: Out-of-state Students Should Not Have to Endure Tuition Hikes Read More
CITY COLLEGE–Many undergraduates live at home, apply for financial aid and work part-time to pay for school. Story by Timothy Liu
City College Students Avoid Student Loans, Pay Tuition Other Ways Read More
YORK COLLEGE–The administration’s plans include placing a food truck on campus, hiring additional cafe staff and creating a security initiative. Story by Niko Balkaran
York Commits to Campus Updates at Senate Meeting Read More
DATELINE:CUNY–Both borrowers and those who are unaffected financially feel the magnitude of the announcement.
CUNY Students React to Biden’s Loan Forgiveness Plan Read More
HUNTER COLLEGE–“I would say ‘crumbs’ is a pretty good word to describe it,” one student said. Story by Dana Kaldy
Students Say $10,000 is Insignificant for Loan Forgiveness Read More