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Texas Colleges Thriving But Funding Shifts | Lubbock News

Texas Colleges Thriving But Funding Shifts | Lubbock News

Published 2 weeks, 6 days ago
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Texas community colleges are thriving under a new funding model that rewards graduation rates — but the success has created a financial twist: schools are earning far more than originally budgeted, prompting lawmakers to slash bonuses for high-need students like low-income and adult learners. Advocates warn this could undermine equity goals, while nearly a dozen colleges face 15% funding cuts — even as enrollment climbs and programs expand. The state is scrambling to fix the gap, but the future of these vital institutions hangs in the balance.

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