The Project is a joint initiative of the California Policy Lab and the Center for Studies in Higher Education. The CCDPP will generate new insights and research on what works to better support California students and their families as they transition through the education system.
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New UC Berkeley Report Challenges Return to SAT: Calls for Public Universities to Double Down on Public Mission
CSHE Senior Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglass weighed in on the current landscape in the American higher education
CSHE Senioar Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglass presented at a webinar at the Centre for Global Higher Education. Douglass warned that the Trump administration’s “unprecedented assault” on higher education was part of an attempt to gain more power both nationally and internationally.
We're delighted to welcome four new visiting scholars to CSHE!
Our visiting scholar program brings leading experts from around the world to Berkeley to collaborate on innovative research in higher education. This fall, we're joined by four distinguished academics from top institutions.
On August 29, 2025, CSHE Senior Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglass delivered a keynote speech at the European Higher Education Society Forum, held at Utrecht University. His speech, titled “Universities as the Enemy: How Rhetoric and Policies are Eroding Open Science,” was a central highlight of the event.
More information about the Forum can be found here.
We're pleased to share our 2024-25 annual report, which highlights an incredible year of progress and collaboration. This report reflects our growth and the profound impact we've made together—from our latest research and expanded community of scholars to active outreach initiatives. We invite you to explore the pages that follow to see how our work is helping to shape the future of higher education.
The Center for Studies in Higher Education (CSHE) is looking to hire an Executive Director for our Executive Leadership Academy (ELA). Over the past 15 years, ELA has grown into a prestigious program under the leadership of Josefina Baltodano, graduating 623 fellows who are now shaping the future of higher education.
With Josie's retirement, we are seeking the next visionary servant leader to take the helm and guide ELA into its next chapter. We invite qualified candidates to view the job description and apply.
The battle between the Trump administration and the University of California over a proposed $1 billion fine is more than just a legal dispute—it's a critical moment for the future of America's public research universities.CSHE Senior Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglassdives into why this case is important and what it could mean for institutions nationwide.
Commentary by our Senior Research Fellow, John Aubrey Douglass, reveals how politically motivated policies from the Trump administration—including visa restrictions, rhetoric, and threats to research funding—are causing a significant decline in international student enrollment. Douglass argues these actions are not only damaging to American universities but also pose a substantial risk to the US economy and its ability to attract top global talent.
CSHE Senior Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglass discussed the recent Department of Justice's filing against UCLA and what it means for the US higher education.
CSHE faculty affiliates Jonathan Glater and Jennifer Delaney discussed the implications of student loan caps with The Daily Californian.
https://www.dailycal.org/news/national/federal-government-removes-pell-g...
Jesse Rothstein recently shared critical insights into university financial operations during an interview with Julia Barajas from LAist, Southern California Public Radio's digital news and culture platform.
In this timely discussion, Rothstein clarified how college budgets function, underscored the vital importance of research grants, and addressed the significant financial challenges universities are currently navigating under the present administration.
CSHE Faculty Affiliate Zachary Bleemer (Princeton University) published a co-authored paper at the National Bureau of Economic Research Working Paper Series.
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CSHE welcomes applications from scholars and researchers in higher education from all over the world to conduct research related to the Center’s areas of expertise. We provide a scholarly home for Visiting Scholars for periods of one to 12 months. Short-term visits can also be arranged by contacting CSHE.
Visiting Scholars fall into three categories:
1. Senior Visiting Scholars, who have completed their Ph.D. more than five years ago;
BERKELEY, CA – The Center for Studies in Higher Education (CSHE) today announced the release of a new paper in the Research and Occasional Paper Series (ROPS) that critically examines the escalating student housing crisis. The paper, titled "Crisis by Design," delves into how the proliferation of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and the financialization of student housing are reshaping access and equity in higher education.
Berkeley, CA – The UC Berkeley Center for Studies in Higher Education (CSHE) is delighted to feature the impactful work of the Possibility Lab, a fellow research lab under the Goldman School of Public Policy, in their recent project: "Stories of Resilience and Transformation."
This compelling initiative centers on a collection of student narratives, offering invaluable insights into the lived experiences of students as well as capturing the nuanced realities of navigating higher education today.
CSHE Senior Research Fellow John Aubrey Douglass shared insights on the current higher education landscape with the Cal Alumni Magazine.
CSHE Senior Resarch Fellow John Aubrey Douglass discusses the role of Congress in stopping the Trump administration's attack on American higher education.
The Chronicle spoke with Eaton about his latest paper Elite Embeddedness and what his work can tell us about how America got to this point in its views of college.
