AUSTIN (KXAN) — In a letter to Texas universities and colleges Wednesday, Gov. Greg Abbott said undergraduate tuition and fee increases over the next two years are prohibited.

Abbott said in the letter that this is a way for public universities to “relieve the financial burden on our students and their families.”

“As this tuition freeze expires, let me be clear: I will not support any increase in tuition at any public institution.
higher education institution during the next biennium. My office spoke to the Board
Regents in every public university system, and we agree that no institution in Texas
should approve tuition increases for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years,” he said.

Abbott said the state has invested in higher education, which includes “increased funding for colleges and financial aid programs” to ensure higher education “remains accessible and affordable for all Texans.” .

“When all Texans have access to quality, affordable education, they will be able to earn better wages, meet workforce qualifications and enjoy a better quality of life,” Abbott said. “I will ensure college affordability remains a top priority for the state as we approach the next legislative session.”

Read Abbott’s full letter provided by his office below:

Letter from Governor AbbottDownload

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