CGS advocates for policies that improve access to graduate education, promote the United States as a global leader, and create a more equitable society for all. We help our membership stay abreast of regulatory changes that may impact graduate education and communicate to policy members about the impact of such changes.
- Trump Administration
- Federal Policy Agenda
- Communications to Policymakers
- Budget and Appropriations
Trump Administration
CGS member-only resources and information for the 47th presidential administration. This page will be updated to reflect executive orders and regulatory changes, as well as any other CGS responses to the new administration, as and when they occur.
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Federal Policy Agenda
CGS's federal policy principles and priorities to support graduate education and the wider workforce. This document is updated yearly in the spring.
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Communications to Policymakers
Letters and comments to policymakers, including members of Congress, the administration, and federal courts, regarding issues that affect graduate education.
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Budget and Appropriations
Analysis of the president's annual budget request and appropriations by Congress, including records of previous annual budgets and appropriations.
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Every year, CGS hosts Advocacy Day in D.C. for graduate deans and students to discuss current issues impacting graduate education with federal agency officials, Members of Congress, and the national media.
GE/FVT
Learn about the new gainful employment (GE) and financial value transparency (FVT) regulation that took effect July 1, 2024, as well as what it means for your institution.
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Cost and Value of Graduate Education
In October 2023, CGS convened a task force to address challenges around the cost and value of graduate degrees, resulting in a report and member toolkit.
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