Governor's proposal initially cut funding, lawmakers added some back in

New state budget also adds summer tuition aid but cuts other financial aid to colleges

In place since 2023, community colleges see the aid as crucial to keeping students on track

State budget would slash tuition aid for students as well

College presidents warn higher education will be out of reach for some if Gov. Murphy’s proposed cuts are implemented

Flat state funding means tuition rates should go largely unchanged

A corporate tax hike is in, so is community college funding Murphy had proposed cutting. Out, a new warehouse tax and higher gun fees

College officials says state aid is vital to keeping tuition affordable

Many students face hunger, other impediments to learning

Reduced services or higher tuition costs predicted unless state budget restores funding

Murphy's proposed budget cuts back $20 million, reversing last year's $20 million boost