CD: State universities launch tuition assistance programs

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

JACKSON — Some of Mississippi’s public universities have started tuition assistance programs aimed at keeping students in school despite growing education costs.

Among the programs outlined in a report released this week by the state College Board is one at Mississippi State University that pays the base tuition costs not covered by a student’s financial aid. The Mississippi State Promise Program will assist eligible freshmen or community college transfers.

MSU plans to raise private donations to fund the program and use part of the money that comes from tuition increases that go into effect this fall.

“Through this program, we’re making a promise to Mississippi students who need our help: We’re going to make up the difference,” MSU President Mark Keenum said in a news release.

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