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OSU announces no tuition increase, just higher learning
STILLWATER, Okla. (KFOR) – The Oklahoma State University (OSU) and A&M Board of Regents announced Friday, students will not see an tuition increase for the fourth straight year.
According to OSU, leaders are placing the focus on students and higher education access.
OSU/A&M Board of Regents Chair Jimmy Harrel shared his thoughts after the vote.
'As Regents of the Oklahoma State University System, we are pleased to maintain tuition and mandatory academic fees without increase for the fourth consecutive year,' Harrel said. 'The decision reflects the commitment of the regents and university leadership to maintaining the affordability and accessibility of a college education. It is our land-grant mission to provide those opportunities to as many students as possible, for the betterment of our communities, the state and our country.'
The board's decision keeps OSU's tuition rates affordable and accessible for students and their families.
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OSU President Jim Hess echoed that sentiment and expressed his gratitude for the regents' focus on students.
'We are deeply grateful to the OSU/A&M Board of Regents for once again voting to keep tuition and mandatory academic fees flat, reaffirming our commitment to putting students first and fulfilling our land-grant mission,' Dr. Hess said. 'We are called to widen the doors of opportunity, and by holding the line on tuition, we ensure that a world-class education remains within reach for every Oklahoman willing to work for it. This decision supports our mission to educate the next generation of leaders, from the classroom to the community.'
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