<p>[Value</a> of college tuition is called into question - USATODAY.com](<a href=“http://www.usatoday.com/news/education/2008-04-30-college-tuition_N.htm]Value”>http://www.usatoday.com/news/education/2008-04-30-college-tuition_N.htm)</p>
<p>…thought this was interesting. Haven’t seen stats re: Florida public colleges, but assuming they fit the national average, then tuition only covers ~35% of university budgets. Using nominal numbers, the budget passed by the legislature cuts about $600 per student, and the tuition adds $400 per student (6% Spring 08 + 6% Fall 08). So a net loss of $200 per student or about 2%. </p>
<p>I know this is oversimplified, but thought the simplicity might bring clarity. The debate is much like the property tax cuts where counties are adding fees on services to cover lost revenue.</p>
<p>Note the comment by one expert that the model the USA Today article reported on should really include capital costs as, according to him, facilities have an impact on student learning.</p>