Michigan Universities Lobby for Inclusion in Free Tuition Program
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- Developments
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- Repetition
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What happened
Four public universities in Michigan—Ferris State University, Northern Michigan University, Lake Superior State University, and Michigan Technological University—are the only ones among the state's 15 public institutions to offer associate degrees. These universities are currently lobbying lawmakers to be included in the state’s Community College Guarantee, which provides free tuition and fees at two-year colleges.
Why it matters
The universities argue that geographical barriers, such as long commutes in rural areas, prevent students from accessing the current scholarship program. Expanding the guarantee program, however, would require a significant new funding commitment from the state.
Who's involved
- Ferris State UniversityOne of the four universities offering associate degrees and lobbying for tuition program expansion.
- Northern Michigan UniversityOne of the four universities offering associate degrees and lobbying for tuition program expansion.
- Lake Superior State UniversityOne of the four universities offering associate degrees and lobbying for tuition program expansion.
- MichiganThe state whose lawmakers are being lobbied regarding the expansion of the tuition guarantee program.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Ferris State UniversitySpeculative
Ferris State University might see increased student enrollment and revenue if included in the state's free tuition program.
- Northern Michigan UniversitySpeculative
Northern Michigan University could see increased student demand and revenue if included in the state's free tuition program.
- Lake Superior State UniversitySpeculative
Lake Superior State University may benefit from increased student access and funding if the tuition guarantee is expanded.
- MichiganSpeculative
Michigan could face increased state budget costs if the Community College Guarantee program is expanded to include more institutions.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- University focus on associate degrees may shift data provided to National Student ClearinghouseUniversity focus on associate degrees may shift data provided to National Student ClearinghousePossible
- Expanding free tuition could raise Michigan's education costsMichigan may face significant budget increases if it expands free tuition to four-year schools.Possible
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The entities involved
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Ferris State University
university in Big Rapids, Michigan
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Northern Michigan University
public university established in 1899 and located in Marquette, Michigan, U.S.
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Lake Superior State University
public university in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, United States
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