October Board Update

The HECB heard updates at its October board meeting on the System Design Plan, tuition study, and other projects approaching legislative deadlines. The Board also heard a report on the role community and technical college transfer students play in the effort to increase state baccalaureate degree production. Read more.

HECB announces search for new executive director

The HECB is conducting a nationwide search for the agency’s next executive director. The current director, Ann Daley, has announced she will retire following the 2010 legislative session. Information about the position and the application process is available here. Read more.   

HECB study: recession spurring continued high demand for financial aid

The recession in Washington has dramatically increased the number of students and families seeking financial aid for higher education notes a survey conducted recently by the Student Financial Assistance Division of the Higher Education Coordinating Board. Read more.

Tuition study discussed on news program

The HECB's review of tuition policy was also one of the topics on a recent TVW news program. It includes an interview with HECB Executive Director Ann Daley. TVW video.

Tuition, financial aid and college participation

Penn State Professor Donald E. Heller discusses the interplay between tuition and financial aid as the HECB considers proposed tuition policy recommendations to the Legislature. See this presentation on YouTube.

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