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Latest news and updates in education, university admissions, and scholarships.

May 11, 2026 · university-news

UNESCO urges protection of schools as regional attacks disrupt education

UNESCO has called for keeping schools out of conflict zones across the Middle East after a wave of attacks on education, including…

May 11, 2026 · university-news

Education Week: Ed‑Tech Backlash Grows in 2026 — What Students Should Know

Education Week reports a growing backlash against education technology in 2026 as schools reassess AI tools, data practices and ho…

May 11, 2026 · admissions

U.S. moves to end “Duration of Status” for student visas — what Jordanian students should know

U.S. authorities have proposed ending the 'Duration of Status' rule for F, J and I visa holders and would require fixed end-dates …

May 10, 2026 · university-news

Time's 2026 World University Rankings Highlight Shifts Students Must Watch

Time Magazine's 2026 list of the world's top universities shows continued dominance by long‑established US institutions alongside …

May 10, 2026 · study-abroad

US proposes end to 'Duration of Status' for F‑1/J‑1 visas, tightening study limits

The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed eliminating “Duration of Status” (D/S) for F‑1, J‑1 and I visas, replacing ope…

May 10, 2026 · university-news

UNESCO urges protection of schools in Middle East as conflicts threaten students

UNESCO on 10 May 2026 renewed calls to keep schools and education facilities out of conflict across the Middle East, warning that …

May 9, 2026 · exam-dates

ACT to Reduce Questions, Extend Time on 2026 Exam — What Jordanian Students Should Know

The ACT organization is changing the 2026 exam format by cutting the number of questions while giving students more time per secti…

May 9, 2026 · college-board

Florida rolls out a U.S. history alternative to AP amid expert concerns

Florida this week unveiled a state-designed U.S. history course intended as an alternative to the College Board's AP U.S. History,…

May 9, 2026 · admissions

UK sees record applications but some providers report one-third intake drops — what this means for Jordanian students

Latest UCAS-linked reporting shows record application numbers to UK universities in 2026 while Times Higher Education highlights t…

May 8, 2026 · exam-dates

SAT surges as ACT changes format for 2026 — what students in Jordan should know

Recent reporting shows renewed interest in the SAT while the ACT will reduce question counts and give more time on its 2026 exam. …

May 8, 2026 · admissions

Canada reduces 2026 study-permit intake by 7% and caps student work at 20 hrs/week

Canada’s new IRCC policy for 2026 reduces the number of study permits by about 7% and limits student work to 20 hours per week. Th…

May 8, 2026 · exam-dates

Cambridge and Pearson cancel UAE exams; new grading rules put student offers at risk

Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel cancelled scheduled exams in parts of the UAE, announcing alternative grading arrangements and delay…

May 7, 2026 · university-news

UNESCO urges that schools be kept out of Middle East conflict; what students should do

UNESCO on May 7, 2026 called for urgent protection of schools and education facilities in the Middle East amid rising violence. Th…

May 7, 2026 · university-news

Time Magazine Releases 'World's Top Universities of 2026'; What Jordanian Students Should Know

Time Magazine published its 'World's Top Universities of 2026' list today, highlighting shifts in global academic reputation and c…

May 7, 2026 · study-abroad

France tells universities to raise tuition for non‑EU students from Sept. 2026

France has directed universities to charge higher tuition for non‑EU students starting in the 2026/27 academic year, a change that…

May 6, 2026 · ielts-toefl

TOEFL 2026 updates: What Jordanian students must know after January changes

Since January 2026 the TOEFL exam has undergone updates affecting format, question types and scheduling; education outlets includi…

May 6, 2026 · admissions

Deloitte 2026 report warns of shifting higher-education landscape, international student squeeze

Deloitte’s 2026 Higher Education Trends identifies financial pressure, a shift to workforce-aligned programs and stronger competit…

May 6, 2026 · exam-dates

UAE cancels 2026 IB exams; alternative grading system announced — what students should do

UAE authorities have cancelled the May–June 2026 IB examination session for students in the country and the International Baccalau…

May 5, 2026 · university-news

U.S. News Publishes 2026 Best Colleges Rankings — What Jordanian Students Need to Know

U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings today, renewing focus on U.S. institutional prestige, costs and …

May 5, 2026 · exam-dates

Cambridge and Pearson cancel UAE exams; new grading rules affect Middle East students

Cambridge International and Pearson Edexcel have cancelled scheduled exam sittings in the UAE and announced alternative grading ar…

May 5, 2026 · university-news

Statista warns U.S. student housing shortage will peak by 2025

A Statista analysis shows a growing nationwide shortfall in U.S. student housing reaching critical levels by 2025. The squeeze wil…

May 4, 2026 · scholarships

Nearly 200,000 Apply for Türkiye Scholarships in 2026 as Deadline Stays Open

Türkiye’s national scholarship program drew nearly 200,000 applicants for 2026, officials and media report, while the application …

May 4, 2026 · exam-dates

College Board named to TIME100 — what Jordanian AP students should know

Time Magazine included the College Board in its 2026 TIME100 Most Influential Companies list. The recognition highlights the organ…

May 4, 2026 · admissions

Drop in international enrollment forces U.S. colleges to rethink recruitment — what Jordanian students should know

U.S. colleges are seeing measurable declines in foreign student enrollment, a trend that is slicing institutional revenue and resh…

May 3, 2026 · university-news

Kiddom named 2026 EdTech Trendsetter as districts move to coherent instructional systems

Kiddom was named a 2026 EdTech Trendsetter as U.S. districts shift from many point tools toward coherent instructional systems. Th…

May 3, 2026 · exam-dates

UAE cancels May 2026 IB exams; alternative grading announced — what students in Jordan should do

The UAE has cancelled May 2026 IB exams and the IB announced an alternative grading system and student support. Middle East studen…

May 3, 2026 · ielts-toefl

IELTS 2026 updates change exam format and scoring — what Jordanian students must know

Official reports show IELTS has introduced changes to its 2026 exam format and scoring rules. Students in Jordan and the region sh…

May 2, 2026 · scholarships

University of Tennessee: Three students win 2026 Boren Awards as U.S. boosts strategic-language study

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville announced three students received 2026 Boren Awards to pursue overseas language study. The …

May 2, 2026 · university-news

US Education Dept. presses accreditation overhaul — what Jordanian students should know

The U.S. Department of Education is moving forward with a major overhaul of accreditation rules despite pushback from negotiators …