University of Phoenix

For-Profit College Stocks Soar As Watered-Down New Federal Rules Are Announced

BY Anya Kamenetz | 06-03-2011 | 3:26 PM | ETHONOMICS

It's a heartening example of government working for you--if "you" means a team of lobbyists. Shares of Apollo Group (Phoenix U), the Washington Post Co (Kaplan U), and other publicly traded for-profit colleges rose sharply yesterday ...READ MORE›

Why College Is Not A Bubble (Except For The University Of Phoenix)

BY Anya Kamenetz | 05-02-2011 | 1:01 PM | ETHONOMICS

The "college is a bubble" meme continues to flourish. But in reality, demand for an American-style college education, and the long-term value of said degree, is unlikely to decline. Here's why you should still feel justified in shelling out for a four-year degree. READ MORE›