UT System Expands Free Tuition for Texas Families Earning Under $100K

Four prestigious universities, including Carnegie Mellon, MIT, the University of Texas, and Brandeis University, have announced new or expanded free tuition programs for undergraduates from families meeting specific income criteria. These initiatives aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable, with varying income thresholds and benefits. The University of Texas will offer free tuition to students from families earning $100,000 or less, while MIT will extend free tuition to those from families earning under $200,000. Carnegie Mellon and Brandeis have also introduced similar programs, reflecting a broader trend towards increasing financial aid and reducing student debt.