INSIDE COMPLIANCE

In January 2025, the U.S. Department of Education (“ED”) released a final rule including provisions on reporting requirements for online and distance education. Supporters of the rule argue its implementation will enhance transparency and accountability for institutions of higher education. Conversely, critics of the rule raise concerns about the financial burdens associated with implementing the reporting requirements. Nevertheless, the ED claims the goal of the regulation is to collect the data necessary to assess the quality and effectiveness of distance education.