AUSTIN, TX — Gov. Greg Abbott announced Wednesday that he will not support tuition increases at Texas colleges and universities over the next two years, aiming to maintain the current tuition freeze.
Abbott stated he has spoken to the Boards of Regents for each university system, and they support his stance.
In a letter to public universities, Abbott cited recent investments in higher education, including additional funding and financial aid programs, as evidence of the state’s commitment to affordability.
“These efforts reflect our commitment to ensuring that higher education remains accessible and affordable for all Texans,” he wrote.
Texas lawmakers allocated $700 million in additional funds to public universities last session. University leaders initially requested this increase and agreed to keep undergraduate tuition flat through the 2024-2025 budget cycle with the funding boost in place.
The average cost of tuition and fees for in-state students at Texas public universities stands at $28,724.
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