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Texas could tie community college funding to student outcomes

A commission tasked by the Texas Legislature to recommend new ways to fund community colleges is suggesting the state fund schools based on how successful students are at completing programs in high-demand fields and transferring to universities to continue their education.

Edward Montoya and Serena Smith walk through Houston Community College – Central Campus on April 26, 2022, in Houston.

Outcomes-based funding

More need-based financial aid


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