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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 can also use their financial aid to cover other expenses. Students are eligible for three years of free tuition to earn an associate degree, certifications, and credentials.

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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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UVA Expands Financial Aid for Middle- and Lower-Income Students

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Five other Virginia colleges also offer free tuition for qualifying students. Students from middle- and lower-income families from Virginia can now attend the University of Virginia (UVA) for even less, thanks to a new financial aid expansion. UVA announced the needs-based financial aid expansion of Access UVA on Dec.

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California Debuts Updated Financial Aid Application for Undocumented Students

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California rolled out an updated California Dream Act Application in 2024, simplifying the process undocumented students must undergo to qualify for state financial aid. The application will now include the legal affidavit required to prove they qualify for exemption from nonresident tuition.

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Maine Liberal Arts College Expands Financial Aid for Middle-Income Families

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Colby College is expanding its Fair Shot Fund thanks to an anonymous $10 million donation to cap tuition, room, and board costs for students from families making up to $200,000. Colby College in Maine is expanding financial aid for middle-income families thanks to an anonymous donation.

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North Carolina Announces Free Tuition and Fees Scholarship for State’s Community College Students

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Eligible students automatically receive the scholarship if they fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Community college students will receive at least $3,000 and public university students will receive at least $5,000 per year. If you're eligible, you get the scholarship.

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