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.

  • First 100 Days
  • Federal Policy Agenda
  • Communications to Policymakers
  • Budget and Appropriations

First 100 Days

CGS member-only resources and information for the first 100 days of 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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Gainful Employment and Financial Value Transparency (GE/FVT) Regulation

Learn about the new gainful employment (GE) and financial value transparency (FVT) regulation that takes effect July 1, 2024, as well as what it means for your institution.