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Arkansas Tech University trustees pass balanced budget with 2.55 tuition increase

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Arkansas Tech University's Board of Trustees approved a 2. 55% increase in tuition and fees for the 2025-26 academic year due to decreased state funding and rising health insurance costs. Undergraduate students at the Russellville campus will pay an additional $127. 35 per semester, bringing their total tuition to $5,113. 50.

ATU President Dr. Russell Jones highlighted the university's commitment to affordability amidst inflationary pressures. The approved $170. 3 million budget addresses a drop in state funding and decreased revenue from sales and services. Graduate tuition will also see a 2.

55% increase, while career education students at the ATU-Ozark campus will experience a $4 rise per credit hour. The board also made significant policy changes, including updates to the hazing prevention policy in line with federal law and the rescission of the affirmative action policy. These changes reflect the university's response to current educational and financial challenges. The adjustments aim to keep Arkansas Tech education accessible while navigating budgetary constraints.

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