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Nevada Colleges Vote on Tuition Hikes

Nevadas public colleges and universities are considering a three-year tuition increase to address a $46.5 million annual shortfall, primarily due to long-overdue pay raises for faculty and staff. The proposed increases range from 9% to 12% per year, with students potentially facing an additional $1,200 per year. Officials argue that these adjustments are necessary to maintain academic quality and student services, while students and faculty express concerns about the burden on students, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds.

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