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Austin Community College Offering Graduating High Schoolers Free Tuition

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The board of trustees approved the Austin Community College Free Tuition pilot program, which will last at least five years. Students are eligible for three years of free tuition to earn an associate degree or certifications and can get an additional two years of free tuition to earn a bachelor's degree.

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Massachusetts Proposes Tuition-Free Community College for All Residents

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The MassEducate program, if approved, would give all Massachusetts residents free tuition and fees at state community colleges. The program builds on the tuition-free MassGrant Plus program, which offers qualifying students reduced-price or free tuition. Thanks to the state's Tuition Equity Law, non-U.S.

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Colorado Bill Would Give Qualifying Students 2 Years of Tuition-Free College

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House Bill 24-1340, also known as the Colorado Promise Act, would give students from families earning $90,000 or less annually a tax credit covering tuition and fees after grants and scholarships are used. The tax credit is valid at any public Colorado four-year institution, technical college, or community college.

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Addressing Community College Enrollment Concerns

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Here are some factors to consider: Your competition: Who are the education competitors for your community college? For each semester a former student is not enrolled, are they enrolled at another local school or just working? If a student “stops out,” what is the average time until their next term of enrollment?

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Students From Mexico Can Now Pay In-State Tuition at Some California Community Colleges

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A new law will allow low-income students from Mexico to pay in-state tuition at certain California community colleges. Up to 150 students per eligible college can be exempt from paying nonresident tuition. Current enrollment at a California community college varies depending on the school.

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California Bill Proposes Free Tuition for Low-Income Students Pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees at Community Colleges

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The bill would allow low-income students to pursue bachelor's degrees at community colleges tuition-free. It would extend the two years of free community college already offered to qualifying students to four. California Community Colleges offer over 30 bachelor's degree programs.

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Dual Enrollment

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Are you a motivated high school junior or senior who wants to enhance your profile and take college-level courses? Then Dual enrollment might be an excellent option for you. During this program, you gain valuable knowledge and skills that prepare you for college and beyond. The dual enrollment program varies from state to state.