Department of Education (US)

The U.S. Department of Education is a federal agency responsible for overseeing national education policies and programs. It supports primary, secondary, and higher education by providing funding, ensuring equal access, and promoting educational excellence. The Department gathers and analyzes educational data, enforces federal education laws, and administers financial aid programs like student loans and grants. Its goal is to help students succeed, improve educational outcomes, and make education more equitable across the country. While it does not control all schools—most are managed by state or local authorities—it plays a key role in shaping national educational standards and policy.