Why for-profit colleges are poised to flourish under Trump's education policies

Under President Trump's education policies, for-profit colleges are positioned for rapid growth due to relaxed accreditation rules and new workforce Pell grants. While investors and industry groups welcome the changes, experts warn that weakened oversight could lead to repeated abuses and poor outcomes for students. Regulatory rollbacks and political support signal a major shift favoring career-focused training programs, raising concerns about quality and long-term value for students and taxpayers.