Higher ed shapes the future of every community in America

It determines who moves up the economic ladder, where good jobs develop, and how regions prosper

In fact, most Americans go to college within 50 miles of home

But most places lack clear, independent reporting on these institutions and issues.

We’re fixing that

We partner with mission-driven newsrooms to place dedicated higher education reporters in local communities. These reporters, supported by our expert editors, become confident beat specialists.

17 partner newsrooms

Reaching 18 million people each month

More than 500 local stories each year

How We Work

We don’t set up separate bureaus in cities. Instead, we form deep partnerships with existing newsrooms, combining our subject-matter knowledge with their local understanding.

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What Our Partners Say

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Other reporters at WBEZ are jealous when I tell them about the support I get from Open Campus.

Lisa Kurian Philip

Higher Ed Reporter, WBEZ Chicago

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The content expertise at Open Campus is unparalleled.

Adam Echelman

Community College Reporter, CalMatters

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The higher education beat at Mississippi Today has become one of our most popular issue areas with readers.

Mary Margaret White

CEO, Mississippi Today

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They’ve helped me submit records-requests, find source ideas, and incorporate national context. There are literally some stories I wouldn’t have thought of if it wasn’t for them.

Brianna Atkinson

Higher Ed Reporter, WUNC

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Higher education is a high-profile topic for our readers and our state leaders. Our coverage allows us to engage with major questions about the future of our state.

Matthew Watkins

Editor-in-chief, The Texas Tribune

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Much of my confidence as a higher ed reporter stems from their continued encouragement.

Amy Morona

Higher Ed Reporter, Signal Ohio

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Open Campus has been an incredible resource to understand — and precisely, accurately, and fairly cover — the changing landscape of higher education in Florida.

Divya Kumar

Higher Ed Reporter, Tampa Bay Times

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