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Guaranteed tuition on horizon for KU
Tuesday, May 17, 2005
Marie Hull says she is pretty sure her scholarships and parents' savings will be enough to cover her four years as a Jayhawk at Kansas University.
KU tuition increases draw little protest
Monday, May 16, 2005
Conrad Ostrand knows he should be mad. Ostrand, a fifth-year senior who graduates Sunday from Kansas University, paid 84 percent more in tuition this semester than he did as a freshman.
KU touts results of tuition increase
Sunday, May 15, 2005
In many corners of the Kansas University campus, it's tough to tell the state is in tight budget times. New faculty are being hired. Computers are being installed. Salaries for student workers, teaching assistants, faculty and some staff are up.
KU administrators consider locking tuition for incoming classes
Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Today's high school sophomores could have a better idea how much they'll need to pay in tuition by the time they start their careers at Kansas University.
Regents consider idea to waive tuition for children of faculty
Monday, November 29, 2004
When Susan and John Gauch were looking for faculty positions 12 years ago, they asked prospective universities about their tuition assistance programs for their children.
University studying tuition guarantee
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
Liam Kirby's college savings account dwindled in recent years with the stock market tumble. The Lawrence High School senior knows he'll have to work to pay for college, but he'd feel better if he knew the price tag he'll face for four years at Kansas University.
Science funding part of tuition formula
Thursday, November 4, 2004
Ruth Anne French says the stench in Malott Hall is reason enough to build a new science building at Kansas University.
Plan calls for Wescoe overhaul
Thursday, October 21, 2004
Marynell Jones has heard enough complaints about Wescoe Hall, which is widely viewed as the biggest eyesore on the Kansas University campus.
Report: College costs rising at slower pace
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Tuition at Kansas University remains well below the national average, according to a report released Tuesday.
Regents consider 3rd consecutive tuition increase
Friday, May 21, 2004
Members of the Kansas Board of Regents on Thursday criticized the Legislature for passing the burden of higher education funding to students.
KU seeks hefty tuition increases
Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Mike Wellems likely will be seeing a hefty increase in his tuition rates next year -- and he doesn't mind much. Wellems, like other Kansas University business students, would pay 82 percent more for the business classes he takes in the 2004-2005 academic year, under a proposal by KU.
KU tuition boosts above average
Wednesday, October 22, 2003
If Preethi Chandrasekharan had been a student at Kansas University in 1993, he would have paid $1,920 per year in tuition and fees. Instead, Chandrasekharan, a senior from Wichita, is paying $4,101 per year. KU's tuition and fee rates have increased 114 percent in the past 10 years -- well above the national average of 85 percent for public, four-year universities, according to a report released Tuesday by the College Board.
20 percent tuition increase approved at KU
Friday, June 27, 2003
As expected, the Kansas Board of Regents on Thursday put its seal of approval on steep tuition increases at state universities, including a 20.7 percent boost for state residents at Kansas University. And as expected, members bashed Kansas legislators for putting regents in a position to require the increases.
6News video: Tuition at KU will increase again
Friday, June 27, 2003
The Kansas Board of Regents approved a 20% tution increase.
KU tuition to increase 20.7 percent
Thursday, June 26, 2003
(Web Posted Thursday at 12:02 p.m.) Kansas University students will see another tuition increase this fall -- the Kansas Board of Regents approved a 20.7 percent boost on Thursday for most students.
Schools propose tuition boost
Friday, May 16, 2003
As state universities proposed steep tuition and fee increases for the second straight year, a member of the Kansas Board of Regents blamed the Legislature for making the tuition increases necessary. Regent Dick Bond, a former state legislator from Overland Park, said Thursday that tuition increases wouldn't be needed if legislators had committed more state funds for universities.
KU plans 18% tuition, fee increase
Friday, April 18, 2003
Rachel Bernard is glad she's graduating in May so she won't have to pay more than $600 extra per year in tuition. The Kansas University senior from Lawrence took out a $1,000 loan this year because the scholarship she received throughout her college career no longer fully covered her tuition bill.
Bill would let immigrant students pay in-state tuition
Wednesday, January 29, 2003
When the children of undocumented immigrants in Kansas graduate high school and qualify for college, they face an imposing obstacle -- they must pay nonresident tuition rates.
KU student leader wants discussions on tuition increases
Monday, January 27, 2003
Jonathan Ng would like to know what his tuition bill at Kansas University is going to be this fall.
6News video: Tuition Advisory Board hopes to close communication gap
Tuesday, October 29, 2002
6News reports on the newly formed Tuition Advisory Board at KU.
KU plans increase of faculty-student ratio
Monday, October 28, 2002
Kansas University's student-to-faculty ratio ranks highly in the Big 12, but David Shulenburger wants to do better.
Tuition increase: Where the money goes
Friday, August 30, 2002
Here's a look at how tuition increases will be spent at Kansas University:
Additional aid offered after KU tuition increase
Wednesday, July 17, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
About 3,700 Kansas University students will learn this week they will receive additional financial aid for the coming school year.
Colleges propose tuition discount
Sunday, June 16, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
At a time when tuition rates are increasing for most students, some Kansas universities want to give certain out-of-state students a tuition break. Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University and Pittsburg State University have proposed cutting tuition rates for students from surrounding states.
Tuition bill adds to budget strain
Sunday, June 9, 2002
By Mark Fagan
Craig Weinaug could've used another $120,000 this year to hire three more sheriff's deputies, bolster maintenance of the Douglas County 4-H Fairgrounds or even pump life back into a counseling program slated for elimination from area public schools.
25% boost in tuition sought
Thursday, May 16, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Tuition at Kansas University would increase by 25.2 percent this fall for undergraduate resident students under a proposal announced by administrators Wednesday.
And if legislators don't approve a tax increase to help fund higher education, the tuition increase could go higher still, an official said.
• Online extra: Is KU's proposal to raise tuition by 25.1 percent too high? Vote in the poll.
6News video reports: KU tuitions are rising
Thursday, May 16, 2002
The tuition hike will be nearly 25%, and the move makes many students angry.
Researcher: Higher tuition will lower enrollment
Thursday, May 16, 2002
By Mindie Paget
Increasing tuition at Kansas universities may slow enrollment, according to a researcher at Pennsylvania State University.
KU proposes 21 percent increase in tuition
Wednesday, May 15, 2002
(Updated Wednesday at 4:08 p.m.) Tuition and fees at Kansas University would increase 21 percent this fall for in-state students under a proposal unveiled Wednesday by university officials.
6News video report: Most KU students anxious to know how much tuition will be
Wednesday, May 15, 2002
6News reports on reactions to the KU tuition increase.
Senator: Disclose tuition plans
Tuesday, May 14, 2002
By Scott Rothschild
A state senator is calling on the Kansas Board of Regents to disclose proposed tuition increases at state universities, including Kansas University. "Time is of the essence," said Sen. Jim Barone, D-Frontenac.
Regents warn of consequences of no tax increase
Monday, May 13, 2002
(Updated Monday at 3:37 p.m.) TOPEKA — Higher education will suffer irreparable cuts if the House refuses to approve a tax increase, Kansas Board of Regents Chairman Clay Blair said Monday.
Students rally for higher-ed funding
Friday, April 19, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
University students from across Kansas took their turn rallying for state funding Thursday at the Capitol.
About 90 students — most from Kansas University — stood on the Capitol steps for the "Education is a Right" rally.
Committee to decide how to use funds for tuition increase
Tuesday, March 26, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
A committee studying a potential tuition increase at Kansas University will decide Thursday how additional tuition money should be spent. The committee met Monday and added several items to its potential wish-list, including stipends for graduate research assistants, additional technology staff and support staff such as academic advisers.
Tuition committee ponders priorities
Friday, March 15, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
After learning Thursday it had an extra month to complete its work, a campuswide committee studying a proposed Kansas University tuition increase began deciding how the additional revenue raised by higher tuition should be spent.
6News video report: KU students take message directly to provost
Wednesday, March 13, 2002
Janet Redi reports on the rally KU students held on Tuesday opposing tuition hikes.
Tuition rally closes in on Provost's Office
Wednesday, March 13, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Upset that administrators weren't hearing their concerns about proposed tuition increases, a group of Kansas University students moved its demonstration Tuesday from Wescoe Beach to the Provost's Office.
Credit hour increase draws criticism
Wednesday, March 13, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Want instant attention from some Kansas University seniors? Tell them they're going to need an extra semester to graduate. The Kansas Board of Regents is set Thursday to discuss a plan that could require some students to stay longer at state universities.
KU conference sheds light on tuition woes
Wednesday, March 6, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Guidance counselor Julie Worth said the high school students she advises will feel the effects of planned university tuition increases, but she's not sure Kansas University will take a major enrollment hit.
House halts second attempt to set caps on tuition
Friday, March 1, 2002
By Scott Rothschild
If at first you don't succeed ... Rep. John Toplikar, an Olathe Republican, on Thursday tried for the second straight day to push an amendment through the Kansas House to limit any tuition increase to no more than twice the inflation rate for that particular year.
House to study tuition waivers
Tuesday, February 26, 2002
By Dave Ranney
Daisy DeKnight's testimony might make a difference. The Kansas University student's testimony Monday helped persuade a legislative committee to take a second look at a plan to waive tuition for foster children seeking university or trade school training.
KU, KSU provosts promise aid to counteract tuition hikes
Thursday, February 21, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas students won't be priced out of higher education despite looming tuition increases, officials from the state's two largest universities told school superintendents Wednesday.
Faculty push for tuition waiver
Monday, February 18, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
When Jerel Hilding decided to leave his professional dance troupe for academia, he thought one of the perks of a teaching job might be free college tuition for his children.
He was surprised to learn that Kansas University — and many of the other state universities he applied to — didn't offer tuition waivers.
Board of Regents treated to Valentine's demonstration
Friday, February 15, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Worried they won't be heard in decision-making that could double the cost of tuition, Kansas University students Thursday went to the Board of Regents toting Valentines and heart-shaped signs.
Squeeze for time hits tuition committee
Saturday, February 2, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
A new committee studying planned tuition increases at Kansas University may have less time to do its work than members originally thought. Members had planned to submit their recommendations at the April meeting of the Kansas Board of Regents.
Students want tuition study
Thursday, January 24, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas University student senators have laid the groundwork for a campuswide committee to discuss proposed tuition increases. Senators said they hoped the committee, which would include students, faculty, staff and administrators, would lead to a tuition proposal that pleases all groups.
6News video report: Committee to be formed for KU tuition hikes
Thursday, January 24, 2002
Tina Terry reports on a meeting between KU students and student senators to discuss the upcoming tuition hikes.
Students protest tuition plan
Thursday, January 17, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas University's student body president chastised administrators Wednesday for leaving students out of discussions on raising tuition. Justin Mills, flanked by about 20 KU students, told the Kansas Board of Regents that meetings about tuition conducted in December were "presentations, not dialogues.
Research gives low marks to Kansas private school affordability
Tuesday, January 8, 2002
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas' public colleges and universities are among the most affordable in the country, according to a new study.
But researchers from the Lumina Foundation for Education said no Kansas private university is affordable for low-income traditional students.
Chancellor explains tuition plans
Wednesday, December 12, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
The idea to increase tuition at Kansas University was a relatively recent one designed, in part, to avoid a potential hiring freeze, Chancellor Robert Hemenway said Tuesday. Hemenway told members of the KU Senate Executive Committee (SenEx) he was opposed to a tuition hike until the recent downturn in the economy.
KU grapples with historic tuition increase
Sunday, December 9, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
KU may not be able to have it both ways. Administrators at Kansas University often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. And they've long been proud of the university's tuition rates — low enough to land KU "best buy" rankings from national college guides.
KU looks to tuition increase to avoid slide
Sunday, December 9, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas University administrators often tout their goal of being among the top 25 U.S. universities. They also laud the university's low tuition rates, which have helped KU land "best buy" rankings from such publications as U.S. News & World Report and the "Fiske Guide to Colleges."
Current, prospective students steel for hike
Sunday, December 9, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
The prospect of a big tuition increase at Kansas University has Rachel Hahn on edge. Hahn has lived in Lawrence her entire life, and she always assumed she would attend Kansas University — to study either music performance or criminal justice.
Key lawmakers advise caution with tuition plans
Sunday, December 9, 2001
By Scott Rothschild
Legislative leaders say state universities need to raise tuition, but they must proceed with caution. The state's current model — low tuition and minimal state assistance to poorer students — has served Kansas well, they say.
Increases aim to pull KU up to peers
Sunday, December 9, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
Five universities have served as benchmarks for Kansas University since 1976. And again during discussions of a potential tuition increase, the schools — the universities of Colorado, Iowa, North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Oklahoma and Oregon — are playing a key role.
6News video report: KU students could deal with higher tuition
Friday, November 30, 2001
Tina Terry reports on steps being taken by Kansas University to help underclassmen get the assistance they may need if tuition is raised.
Provost tells KU students tuition costs may double
Thursday, November 29, 2001
By Terry Rombeck
Kansas University Provost David Shulenburger unveiled several proposals Wednesday for increasing tuition, including one that would more than double tuition for most classes taken by Kansas residents.
KSU considers tuition increase
Wednesday, November 28, 2001
With little hope for more money from the state, Kansas State University officials are considering a tuition increase. But how much that increase would be and when it would start are issues that are still being discussed.
State considers raising tuition
Thursday, November 15, 2001
By Scott Rothschild
Kansas universities have long been regarded as low-tuition schools. That may be about to change. Higher education officials said Wednesday that during the next two months, public universities, including Kansas University, will meet with students and faculty to set a five-year plan for tuition.
