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Finding a college education in Butler County: Student aid, trending programs and AI

SRU student Abby Logsdon attends a free program instructing students on how to handle tax returns Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

With high school graduations on the horizon, for many students, it’s time for them and their families to look ahead to the next level of their education journey.

From student aid to new local programs to the impact of the rise of artificial intelligence, here are some things to keep in mind in about what’s going on in higher education.

Financial aid

Major overhauls to student aid were enacted as part of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” here’s what to know and a collection of tips on filing.

What to know as federal student aid faces major overhaul

Tips for filing for student aid

New programs

Both Slippery Rock University and Butler County Community College are introducing new options to prepare students for careers in evolving, high-demand fields. Here’s a look at what’s new.

SRU, BC3 overhaul programs to fill region’s in-demand jobs

AI opportunities, challenges

Artificial intelligence’s reach continues to grow into new areas and higher education is no exception. Here’s how some in the industry are rising to meet the challenges AI presents.

Colleges grapple with a generational shift in learning — plus AI

Why colleges are turning to oral exams to combat AI

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