Prohibits public institution of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
Impact
The implications of S2711 are significant for both students and educational institutions. For students, the bill effectively locks in tuition rates, potentially alleviating financial stress and allowing for better financial planning during their college years. As for public institutions, the bill may require a reassessment of budgeting strategies, as they will have to manage operational costs within static tuition revenues during the four-year period. This could lead to challenges in funding if the institutions experience increased costs in other areas, such as faculty salaries or facility maintenance.
Summary
Senate Bill S2711, introduced by Senator Shirley K. Turner, seeks to protect resident undergraduate students at public institutions of higher education in New Jersey from tuition increases for a period of four continuous academic years following their initial enrollment. This legislative proposal reflects a growing concern over the rising costs of higher education and aims to promote affordability and accessibility for students. By ensuring that tuition rates remain stable for a specified duration, S2711 aims to provide students and their families with predictability in educational expenses.
Contention
While the bill has garnered support for its intention to safeguard students from tuition hikes, it is also expected to face scrutiny from various stakeholders. Critics may argue that such a prohibition could limit the financial flexibility of institutions, potentially impacting the quality of education offered. Additionally, there is concern regarding whether the bill adequately addresses the diverse needs of programs that might require more than four years to complete, and how it will adapt to the financial realities of each institution while still meeting the objectives of improving student affordability.
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Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
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Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate tuition for four continuous academic years following student's initial enrollment.
Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate and graduate tuition and fees by more than 4% over the prior academic year.
Prohibits public institutions of higher education from increasing resident undergraduate and graduate tuition and fees by more than 4% over the prior academic year.
Relating to the automatic admission of undergraduate students to certain general academic teaching institutions and to scholarship and other programs to facilitate enrollment at institutions of higher education.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain propriety institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.
Requires undergraduate students to file degree plan and requires institutions of higher education and certain propriety institutions to develop pathway systems to graduation.