January 24, 2018

University of California postpones decision on $342 tuition hike after Brown criticism

UC leaders delay the vote until May to give extra time for lobbying in Sacramento for more state funding. They had said that the 2.7 percent increase was needed to increase enrollment, hire faculty, maintain buildings and improve mental health services. But Gov. Jerry Brown said regents should "reject outright" the plan to raise tuition.

Larry Gordon

December 6, 2017

What's that on my California college bill? Fresno's vote may signal a wider rebellion

State universities can not use tuition or state funds for student unions or many other services. So they turn to extra campus fees to pay for those. But now some students and faculty say those fees are getting too high. A referendum at Cal State Fresno defeated an annual $400 levy to build a new student union.

Larry Gordon

October 24, 2017

California community college tuition still the lowest nationally; UC above average, study finds

At $1,430 for a full-time student, the tuition and fees at California's community colleges are less than half the $3,570 national average, the College Board survey found.

Larry Gordon

September 13, 2017

University of California hints at tuition increase, starts review of overturned admissions

Tuition went up 2.7 percent to $12,630 for in-state undergraduates this fall, the first hike in six years. Officials say University of California system may need more revenue for next year.

Mikhail Zinshteyn

March 22, 2017

CSU $270 tuition hike triggers debate about access and affordability

As result of an 11-8 trustees vote, undergraduate tuition for a full-time student from California would rise to $5,742 a year, not including campus fees, housing and books. But officials say that increased grants will fully cover the increase for many students at CSU's 23 campuses.

Larry Gordon

January 26, 2017

UC regents approve first tuition hike in 6 years despite student opposition

California undergraduates will pay $336 more, bringing tuition and mandatory system wide fees to $12,630 a year. Room, board and books are extra.

Larry Gordon

January 24, 2017

California's public universities need more stable financing, report declares

The College Futures Foundation calls for more long-term budget plans and a hard look at how pension costs limit university spending on student support services.

Larry Gordon

January 2, 2017

Debate underway on CSU & UC tuition increase proposals; students protesting

Early proposals for the first possible tuition increases in six years call for a $270 hike at CSU and $300 at UC. Much awaits Gov. Brown's January budget plan.

Larry Gordon

November 16, 2016

University of California considering first tuition increase in six years

The tuition hike is part of a plan to expand access to California students by increasing in-state undergraduate enrollments.

Larry Gordon

November 16, 2016

CSU looks to increase access through improved graduation rates and more state funds

California State University's Graduation 2025 Initiative could help free up more space for campuses to admitted more qualified applicants.

Fermin Leal

October 17, 2016

California college grads incur less school debt than national average

The study cites the relatively low cost of the state's public universities.

Larry Gordon

January 8, 2013

GOP lawmakers recommend 7-year freeze on college fees

Louis Freedberg

October 1, 2012

Governor signs off on bill ensuring free public education

Kathryn Baron

November 2, 2011

Panel wants to attach strings to community college fee waivers

Susan Frey